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Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars

These Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars are a nostalgic treat! Chewy, rich, and topped with creamy frosting, they're perfect for any dessert table!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

For the Bars:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar firmly packed
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
For the Frosting:
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 6 tablespoons butter softened
  • 4-6 tablespoons milk to adjust consistency
  • ½ cup cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 pinch salt to balance sweetness

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking pan (9x13 inches)
  • Rubber spatula
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper.
  3. Cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Mix in the peanut butter until smooth.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the oats, flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  9. Prepare the frosting by mixing the creamy peanut butter, softened butter, and cocoa powder until smooth.
  10. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and enough milk to reach desired consistency.
  11. Frost the cooled bars evenly with the peanut butter frosting.
  12. Let the frosting set, then cut the bars into squares and serve.

Notes

  • These bars can be frozen for up to 3 months.
  • Allow bars to cool completely before wrapping for freezing.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.