Delicious Monster Cookie Bars with a Twist of Peanut Butter and Oatmeal

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Delicious Monster Cookie Bars with a Twist of Peanut Butter and Oatmeal
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on July 03, 2024

Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet and salty flavors with these monster cookie bars. Packed with peanut butter, oats, and chocolate chips, these bars are chewy, gooey, and utterly irresistible.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup M&M's candies

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the peanut butter, butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
  5. Stir in the oats, chocolate chips, and M&M's.
  6. Press the dough into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
  7. Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.

Interesting Facts

  • Peanut butter is a good source of protein and healthy fats.
  • Oats are a great source of fiber and can help lower cholesterol levels.
  • M&M's add a fun, colorful touch to these monster cookie bars.