OMG, I have to confess—I just whipped up these Sweet Peanut Butter Bars and they turned out AMAZING! Like, seriously, they’re so easy and absolutely perfect if you’re a peanut lover like me! 😍 The creamy peanut butter base is already to die for, but I went ahead and tossed in whole peanuts for that extra crunch—such a good move! The texture is chef’s kiss and they’re not too sweet, just right! I’m already planning my next batch because these babies are gonna be gone in no time. And the best part? No baking! Just mix them up, chill, and boom—deliciousness!
Sweet Peanut Butter Bars
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup whole peanuts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.In a large mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, olive oil, and vanilla extract (if using). Mix until smooth.Add the salt and baking powder to the mixture, stirring well to incorporate.Fold in the whole peanuts gently until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. On top of that, sprinkle whole peanuts.Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.Once cooled, cut into bars suitable for serving, and enjoy!
