Peanut Butter Chocolate Oat Bars

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Peanut Butter Chocolate Oat Bars.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grab a 9x13-inch baking dish and give it a light greasing to prevent sticking. This is where the magic will happen!

2. Step 2

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, white sugar, brown sugar, and egg. Beat them together until the mixture is smooth and creamy. This is the base of your bars, so make sure it’s well blended!

3. Step 3

   Next, stir in the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, 1/3 cup of peanut butter, baking soda, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix everything until you have a well-combined dough. It should be thick and hearty, just like a good cookie dough!

4. Step 4

   Now, press this delicious dough evenly into your prepared baking dish. Make sure it’s spread out nicely so every bite will be equally tasty!

5. Step 5

   Pop the dish into your preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. As soon as it’s out of the oven, sprinkle the chocolate chips over the top. The heat will melt them beautifully, so let them sit for about 5 minutes before spreading the melted chocolate evenly with a spatula or knife.

6. Step 6

   While the chocolate is cooling, let’s whip up a quick drizzle! In a small bowl, mix together the confectioners' sugar, 1/4 cup of peanut butter, and 1 tablespoon of milk. Stir until smooth, adding more milk if needed to reach a pourable consistency. This sweet topping will add an extra layer of flavor!

7. Step 7

   Drizzle this peanut butter mixture over the melted chocolate layer, creating a beautiful finish. Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting them into squares. Trust me, the wait will be worth it!