Peanut Butter Cookie Bars (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 1/4 cups (281g) all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 1/2 cup (128g) creamy peanut butter
05 - 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
06 - 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
07 - 3/4 cup (165g) light brown sugar, packed
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Add-Ins

10 - 1 1/2 cups (255g) peanut butter chips
11 - 1 1/2 cups (255g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

# Instructions:

01 - Heat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - Mix the flour, baking powder, and sea salt in a large bowl. Set aside.
03 - In another bowl, mix the softened butter and peanut butter until smooth.
04 - Gradually add the granulated sugar and brown sugar, mixing until the texture becomes light and fluffy.
05 - Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
06 - Slowly blend the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
07 - Gently fold the peanut butter chips and semi-sweet chocolate chips into the dough.
08 - Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
09 - Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
10 - Let the bars cool completely in the pan. Lift them out using the parchment paper and cut into squares.

# Notes:

01 - These bars are great for parties or as a treat and can be stored in an airtight container for several days.

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