Desserts

Peanut Butter Cup Gooey Bars

There’s nothing better than a warm, gooey dessert that combines chocolate, peanut butter, and caramel.

These bars are chewy, creamy, and perfect for sharing.

Whether it’s for a party or a cozy night in, this simple recipe will quickly become your favorite treat.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 ½ cups light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup peanut butter cups, chopped (plus extra for topping)
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ¾ cup caramel sauce

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.

Step 2: Whisk melted butter and brown sugar in a large bowl until smooth. Mix in eggs and vanilla extract.

Step 3: Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir until just combined.

Step 4: Fold in chopped peanut butter cups and chocolate chips, saving some for topping.

Step 5: Spread half the batter in the pan, drizzle with half the caramel sauce, then add the rest of the batter and swirl in the remaining caramel.

Step 6: Top with reserved peanut butter cups and chocolate chips. Bake for 30–35 minutes, let cool completely, and slice.

Tips

Use room-temperature ingredients: This ensures a smooth batter and even baking.

Perfect swirling: Use a knife to make gentle figure-eight motions for a marbled look.

Don’t overbake: Slightly underbaked bars give the best gooey texture.

Quality pan: A non-stick pan makes baking and cleanup easier.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I use natural peanut butter?

Yes, just make sure it’s well-stirred to avoid separation.

2. How do I make this nut-free?

Replace peanut butter cups with nut-free chocolate candies and use sunflower seed butter.

3. Can I substitute dark chocolate chips?

Yes, dark chocolate works well for a richer flavor.

4. Can I double the recipe?

Absolutely! Use a larger pan or bake in two batches.

5. How do I store leftovers?

Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Peanut Butter Cup Gooey Bars

There’s nothing better than a warm, gooey dessert that combines chocolate, peanut butter, and caramel.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 ½ cups light brown sugar packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup peanut butter cups chopped (plus extra for topping)
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ¾ cup caramel sauce

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
  • Whisk melted butter and brown sugar in a large bowl until smooth. Mix in eggs and vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir until just combined.
  • Fold in chopped peanut butter cups and chocolate chips, saving some for topping.
  • Spread half the batter in the pan, drizzle with half the caramel sauce, then add the rest of the batter and swirl in the remaining caramel.
  • Top with reserved peanut butter cups and chocolate chips. Bake for 30–35 minutes, let cool completely, and slice.

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