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Transform simple ingredients into irresistible gluten-free cookie bars loaded with triple peanut butter goodness. These monster cookie bars combine creamy peanut butter, peanut butter chips, and mini Reese's pieces with hearty oats for a chewy, satisfying treat that's perfect for sharing or freezing for later enjoyment.
These bars emerged from my endless love of peanut butter combinations. The first time I made them, watching my family's eyes light up with each bite convinced me this recipe was something special.
Essential Elements
- Regular peanut butter: Choose classic creamy style
- Quality butter: Provides rich foundation
- Fresh oats: Mix of whole and quick for texture
- Brown sugar: Creates perfect chewiness
- Pure vanilla: Enhances peanut butter flavor
- Mini Reese's pieces: Add color and crunch
Creating Bar Magic
- Base Building:
- Cream butter, peanut butter, and sugars until perfectly fluffy. Take time to achieve light, airy texture for best results.
- Binding Creation:
- Add eggs and vanilla, combining thoroughly. Mixture should be smooth and well-blended.
- Oat Integration:
- Mix in both types of oats and baking soda, ensuring even distribution throughout dough.
- Final Assembly:
- Fold in peanut butter chips and Reese's pieces gently. Press into pan evenly for uniform baking.
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The magic lies in combining different oat textures with triple peanut butter elements. Each bite delivers perfect chewiness with rich peanut butter flavor.
Perfect Pairings
Serve slightly warm with cold milk for classic treat. Create dessert board with various cookies. Perfect for lunch boxes or after-school snacks.
Creative Variations
Add chocolate chips for extra indulgence. Try different candy pieces for variety. Create holiday version with seasonal candies. Double recipe for larger gatherings.
Storage Success
Keep fresh in airtight container up to four days at room temperature. Store in refrigerator up to week. Freeze individually wrapped pieces up to two months.
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These triple peanut butter bars have become my signature contribution to gatherings. The combination of different peanut butter elements creates treats that disappear quickly and get requested often. Perfect for any occasion when you need to feed a crowd or stock your freezer with delicious treats.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Best peanut butter?
- Use regular creamy, not natural style.
- → How to tell when done?
- Edges golden, center slightly underdone.
- → Freeze extras?
- Wrap individually, freeze up to 3 months.
- → Why both oats?
- Mix gives perfect chewy texture.
- → Make them pretty?
- Press extra candies on top before baking.