Cake Mix Peanut Butter Bars Recipe

Relive your childhood with these nostalgic peanut butter bars! This easy recipe uses a cake mix for a quick and delicious treat that's perfect for bake sales, potlucks, or a simple after-school snack. These bars are incredibly rich and satisfying, with a creamy peanut butter topping and a delightful chocolate-peanut crunch. Get ready to experience a taste of pure nostalgia!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 241.7 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cake Mix Peanut Butter Bars

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How to Make Cake Mix Peanut Butter Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  3. In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix, 1 cup peanut butter, 2 large eggs, and ½ cup vegetable oil. Mix until well combined.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  6. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  7. While the bars are cooling, prepare the frosting: In a medium bowl, combine ½ cup creamy peanut butter, 1 (16 oz) can Pillsbury Creamy Supreme Chocolate Fudge Frosting, and mix until smooth.
  8. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled bars.
  9. Sprinkle with ½ cup chopped peanuts and 1 cup milk chocolate chips.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

58g

Fat

16g

Carbs

8g