Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
Special Equipment Needed:
- 9x13-inch baking pan
- Electric mixer
- Spatula
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with butter.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
5. Slowly add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. Spread the batter into the prepared pan.
7. In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate chips and peanut butter.
8. Spread the chocolate chip and peanut butter mixture over the top of the batter.
9. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
10. Allow to cool before cutting into bars.
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: 24 bars
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 250
Fat: 13g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: can be substituted with gluten-free flour
- Butter: can be substituted with vegan butter
- Granulated sugar: can be substituted with coconut sugar
- Light brown sugar: can be substituted with dark brown sugar
- Semisweet chocolate chips: can be substituted with dark chocolate chips
- Peanut butter: can be substituted with almond butter
Variations:
- Add 1 cup of chopped nuts to the batter before spreading the chocolate chip and peanut butter mixture.
- Add 1 cup of dried fruit to the batter before spreading the chocolate chip and peanut butter mixture.
- Substitute the chocolate chips for white chocolate chips.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the butter is softened before creaming it with the sugars.
- Use a rubber spatula to spread the batter into the pan.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting into them.
Storage Instructions:
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
Presentation Ideas:
Serve the bars on a platter with fresh berries and a dollop of whipped cream.
Garnishes:
Garnish with a drizzle of melted chocolate or a sprinkle of chopped nuts.
Pairings:
Pair with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot coffee.
Suggested Side Dishes:
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the bars are too dry, add a few tablespoons of milk to the batter before baking.
- If the bars are too crumbly, add a few tablespoons of melted butter to the batter before baking.
Food Safety Advice:
Always store the bars in an airtight container and keep them out of direct sunlight.
Food History:
Chocolate and peanut butter have been a classic combination since the early 1900s.
Flavor Profiles:
The bars are sweet and rich with a hint of salty peanut butter.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve the bars as a dessert or as an after-school snack.
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