Enjoy these chewy peanut butter strips as a delightful homemade snack. Made with simple ingredients, these bars are a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors. The texture is soft and chewy, with a rich peanut butter taste that will satisfy your cravings. Prepare these strips in just a few easy steps and have a tasty treat ready in no time.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the peanut butter, sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped peanuts.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into strips.
- Serve and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Peanut butter was first introduced at the St. Louis World's Fair in 1904.
Peanuts are actually legumes, not nuts.
Peanut butter is a good source of protein, healthy fats, and vitamin E.
These chewy strips can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.