Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars
These Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars are rich and satisfying, perfect for a sweet treat.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- baking pan
Ingredients
For the Bars
- 1 cup salted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 ½ cups creamy peanut butter divided
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour scooped & leveled
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Frosting
- ½ cup salted butter softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 4 Tablespoons cocoa powder
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add the peanut butter, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the flour, oats, baking soda, and salt until just combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking pan and bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown.
- While the bars cool, prepare the frosting by beating together the softened butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Once the bars are cool, spread the frosting over the top and cut into squares.
Notes
These bars can be stored in an airtight container for several days. You can also add chocolate chips for extra flavor.