Sunday, May 4, 2008

Peanut Butter Bars by Jana L.

A wonderful family in Utah shared this family favorite with us! If you love the combination of peanut butter and chocolate - You will LOVE these bars!

1/2 c. margarine, softened (I use unsalted butter)
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. creamy peanut butter
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 cup flour (I use a mix of spelt, wheat & oat groat flours)
1/2 cup oats
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 c. (6 oz) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Mix everything together, spread in a greased 9 x13 x 2 inch pan.
Bake at 350 degrees for 18-20 minutes or until lightly browned - do not over bake!

After it cools for 10 minutes, drizzle with frosting over bars. Cut into squares and serve.

Frosting
1/2 c. powdered sugar
2 Tbsp creamy peanut butter
2 Tbsp milk

NOTES: You may double this recipe and use a 12 x 17 inch cookie sheet.

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