Peanut Butter Fudgy Bars Recipe

Indulge in these decadent Peanut Butter Fudgy Bars! A quick and easy recipe inspired by Pillsbury, these bars combine a fudgy peanut butter cake base with a creamy peanut butter frosting and your favorite candy and nuts. Get ready for a taste sensation that's perfect for any occasion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 391.3 kcal
Protein 15g
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Ingredients for Peanut Butter Fudgy Bars

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How to Make Peanut Butter Fudgy Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 13x9 inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  3. In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix, 1 cup creamy peanut butter, 1/2 cup water, and 1 large egg. Beat on low speed until just combined.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is lightly golden brown. A toothpick inserted into the center should come 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, beat 1 cup (16 oz) frosting (vanilla or chocolate) with 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter until smooth and creamy.
  8. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled bars.
  9. Top with your favorite chopped candy (e.g., Reese's Pieces, M&Ms) and chopped nuts (e.g., peanuts, pecans).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

130g

Fat

24g

Carbs

15g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Peanut Butter Fudgy Bars?

Peanut Butter Fudgy Bars takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Peanut Butter Fudgy Bars?

Peanut Butter Fudgy Bars has approximately 391.3 calories per serving, with about 15 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 32 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Peanut Butter Fudgy Bars?

The key ingredients for Peanut Butter Fudgy Bars are Butter Recipe Cake Mix, Crunchy Peanut Butter, Water, Egg, Chocolate Fudge Frosting, Candy Covered Plain Chocolate Candies. See the full list with measurements above.

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