Reese's Peanut Butter Bars Recipe

Satisfy your chocolate and peanut butter cravings with these irresistible homemade Reese's Peanut Butter Bars! Perfect for lunchboxes, potlucks, or any occasion, this foolproof recipe delivers rich, homemade flavor that will have everyone asking for more. Easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 191.9 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for Reese's Peanut Butter Bars

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How to Make Reese's Peanut Butter Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  3. In a large saucepan, melt 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter over medium heat.
  4. Add 1 cup of creamy peanut butter and stir until completely melted and smooth.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  6. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  8. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
  9. Stir in 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  10. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  11. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  12. Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars. For easier cutting, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

66g

Fat

19g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Reese's Peanut Butter Bars?

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

How many calories are in Reese's Peanut Butter Bars?

Reese's Peanut Butter Bars has approximately 191.9 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Reese's Peanut Butter Bars?

The key ingredients for Reese's Peanut Butter Bars are Butter, Creamy Peanut Butter, Sugar, Vanilla Extract, Eggs, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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