Delicious and Easy Choc-Oat-PB Bars Recipe

Indulge in the decadent combination of chocolate, oats, and peanut butter with these delicious Choc-Oat-PB bars. Made with simple ingredients and easy to prepare, these bars are perfect for any occasion. The chewy and chocolatey texture combined with the creamy peanut butter creates a heavenly dessert that both kids and adults will enjoy. Whip up a batch of these bars in no time and satisfy your sweet tooth cravings.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, oats, flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
3. Reserve 1 1/2 cups of the mixture and press the rest into the prepared baking dish to form an even layer on the bottom.
4. In a small microwavable bowl, heat the peanut butter for 30 seconds until it becomes slightly runny. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Pour the peanut butter mixture over the oat layer in the baking dish and spread it evenly.
6. Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the peanut butter layer.
7. Crumble the reserved oat mixture over the top of the chocolate chips, pressing lightly to adhere.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely in the baking dish before cutting into bars.
10. Once cooled, use a sharp knife to cut the bars into desired sizes.
11. Serve and enjoy these delicious Choc-Oat-PB bars as a sweet treat!

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