Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Bars (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
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11⁄2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
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1⁄2 cup all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour
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1⁄2 teaspoon baking soda
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1⁄4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
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1⁄2 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter
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1⁄2 cup packed brown sugar
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1⁄4 cup honey or maple syrup
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1⁄4 cup softened butter
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Mix-ins
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1⁄2 cup mini chocolate chips or regular chocolate chips
# Instructions:
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Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper or give it a good coating of non-stick spray.
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In a medium bowl, combine your rolled oats, flour, baking soda, and salt. Give everything a good whisk to ensure it's well mixed.
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In a large bowl, mix together the peanut butter, brown sugar, honey (or maple syrup), softened butter, egg, and vanilla until you've got a smooth, well-combined mixture.
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Gradually add your dry oat mixture into the bowl with the wet ingredients. Mix until everything just comes together, then gently fold in those chocolate chips.
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Spread the batter evenly in your prepared pan. Pop it in the oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, until golden on top. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out mostly clean. Let them cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
# Notes:
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For extra chewy bars, try underbaking by 2-3 minutes
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Feel free to swap chocolate chips for dried fruit or nuts
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These bars stay fresh for up to a week in an airtight container