Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
2 cup

old-fashioned oats

2 cup

flour

1 tsp

baking soda

1 cup

butter

softened

1.5 cup

brown sugar

packed

8 unit

semi-sweet chocolate

broken into pieces

0.75 cup

creamy peanut butter

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
~4 min

In a large bowl, combine oats, flour, and baking soda.

Step 3
~4 min

In a separate bowl, beat butter and brown sugar with a mixer until blended.

Step 4
~4 min

Add the oat mixture to the butter mixture and mix well.

Step 5
~4 min

Press 3 cups of the mixture onto the bottom of a 13x9-inch pan that has been sprayed with cooking spray to form the crust.

Step 6
~4 min

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

Step 7
~4 min

Stir in peanut butter until combined.

Step 8
~4 min

Carefully spread the peanut butter chocolate mixture over the crust.

Step 9
~4 min

Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the chocolate layer.

Step 10
~4 min

Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.

Step 11
~4 min

Let cool completely before cutting into bars.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Let bars cool completely before cutting for cleaner slices.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top for enhanced flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 min

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a glass of milk.

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla Ice Cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holiday Baking
Potlucks

Occasion Tags

Holiday Baking
Snack Time
Dessert

Popularity Score

70/100