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Peanut Butter Cookie Bars with Butterfinger Chocolate Frosting

These Peanut Butter Cookie Bars are a delightful treat! Chewy peanut butter base topped with creamy Butterfinger chocolate frosting. Perfect for any occasion!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Bars, Chocolate, Easy, Peanut Butter
Servings: 16 servings

Ingredients

For the Cookie Base:

  • 1 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 cup Butter softened
  • ½ cup Crunchy Peanut Butter
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 cups Quick Oats
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon

For the Butterfinger Frosting:

  • 1 cup Smooth Peanut Butter
  • ½ cup Butter
  • ½ cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar sifted
  • ½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • cup Evaporated Milk
  • 23.7 oz Butterfinger Bars finely crushed

Instructions

Instructions:

  • Step 1: Preheat the Oven - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
  • Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients - In a large mixing bowl, cream together brown sugar, granulated sugar, and softened butter until light and fluffy. Add in crunchy peanut butter, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  • Step 3: Combine the Dry Ingredients - In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, quick oats, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  • Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients - Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  • Step 5: Bake the Cookie Base - Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  • Step 6: Prepare the Butterfinger Chocolate Frosting - In a medium bowl, beat together smooth peanut butter and butter until creamy. Gradually mix in cocoa powder and powdered sugar. Add vanilla extract and evaporated milk, mixing until smooth.
  • Step 7: Add Butterfinger Crunch - Fold in finely crushed Butterfinger bars into the frosting mixture, ensuring even distribution.
  • Step 8: Frost the Cookie Bars - Once the cookie base is completely cool, spread the Butterfinger chocolate frosting evenly over the top. Top with additional crushed Butterfinger bars.
  • Step 9: Cut and Serve - Allow the bars to set for about 30 minutes before cutting them into squares. Serve and enjoy!

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking Pan
  • Spatula
  • Food Processor

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week.
  • Wrap bars tightly in plastic and foil to freeze for up to 3 months.