PEANUT BARS

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With peanut butter in both the batter and frosting, plus chopped nuts sprinkled on top, these treats have triple the goodness. It's one of my favorite recipes for peanut bars. -Ren Reed, Tavares, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
1 cup creamy peanut butter
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup water
1/2 cup 2% milk
FROSTING:
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup butter, softened
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
5 to 6 tablespoons 2% milk
1 cup chopped unsalted peanuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease two 13x9-in. baking pans., In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar and peanut butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour and baking powder; add to creamed mixture alternately with water and milk, beating well after each addition., Transfer to prepared baking pans. Bake 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Meanwhile, for frosting, in a large bowl, beat peanut butter and butter until blended. Beat in confectioners' sugar alternately with enough milk to reach spreading consistency., Remove cakes from oven; place on wire racks. Spread frosting over warm cakes; sprinkle with peanuts. Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts :

ANAN RAI
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I would give these peanut bars a 5-star rating. They are delicious, healthy, and easy to make.


Abraham Nkansah
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These peanut bars are a great value. They are affordable and easy to make.


shanice irwin
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These peanut bars are the best I've ever had. I highly recommend them.


Rashid Anwar
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I'm so glad I found this recipe for peanut bars. They are now a staple in my kitchen.


Jobair Sobuj
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These peanut bars are the perfect make-ahead snack. I can make a batch on the weekend and have them on hand all week.


Ruba Ali
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I love how versatile these peanut bars are. I can add different nuts, seeds, or dried fruit to change up the flavor.


bhakta nepali
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These peanut bars are so easy to make, even my kids can help.


Ivan Twine
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I'm always looking for new and healthy snacks to give my kids. These peanut bars fit the bill perfectly.


Ratan Khan
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These peanut bars are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth without feeling guilty.


Jaydine Mqorwana
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I love that these peanut bars are made with all natural ingredients. I feel good about giving them to my kids.


Fred Roman
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These peanut bars are the perfect snack for on the go. They are filling and satisfying.


Alisha liah
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I made these peanut bars for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Mule Chancho
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These peanut bars were a hit with my family! They were easy to make and tasted delicious. I will definitely be making them again.