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Gooey Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

These Gooey Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are irresistibly soft and chewy, combining peanut butter and chocolate for a heavenly treat!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Bars:
  • 2 rolls refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough (16.5 ounces each)
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 ounces)
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter Creamy or crunchy
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

How to Prepare:
  1. Step 1: Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: Prepare the Baking Pan: Grease your 9x13 inch baking pan lightly or line it with parchment paper.
  3. Step 3: Mix the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cookie dough and flour until just combined.
  4. Step 4: Spread the Dough: Press half of the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  5. Step 5: Add the Peanut Butter Layer: Mix the peanut butter and sweetened condensed milk until smooth; pour over the base layer.
  6. Step 6: Top with Remaining Dough: Crumble the remaining dough over the peanut butter layer.
  7. Step 7: Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are golden and center is set but still gooey.
  8. Step 8: Cool and Cut: Let cool completely before cutting into squares or bars.

Notes

  • For a seasonal twist, add cinnamon and apples in fall.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze for up to 3 months for longer storage.