Ingredients for Chunky Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
- 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter and 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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How to Make Chunky Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Place rack in the center of the oven.
- Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix, 1 cup creamy peanut butter, 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter, and 2 large eggs.
- Beat with an electric mixer on low speed for 1 minute, then scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- The mixture will be thick. Reserve 1 1/2 cups of the mixture for the topping.
- Press the remaining crust mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk, and 2 tablespoons unsalted butter.
- Stir constantly until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth and well combined (3-4 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Pour the chocolate mixture evenly over the crust.
- Crumble the reserved crust mixture over the chocolate layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
- Let cool completely on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before cutting.
- Cut into 48 bars.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Freezes beautifully!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
5 g
Sugar
53g
Fat
19g
Carbs
6g
