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Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars

Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars

  • Author: Kevin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars are a nostalgic and fresh treat blending creamy natural peanut butter, wholesome oats, and natural light brown sugar to create soft yet chewy bars. These kid-friendly bars come together quickly with simple pantry ingredients, making them perfect for lunchboxes or a satisfying snack anytime.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup natural peanut butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)

Dry Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup oats (certified gluten-free for gluten-free option)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder (natural)
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar (natural)

Optional Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup plant-based dairy/cheese (plant-based) for creamier finish or topping
  • Mix-ins: 1/3 cup plant-based chocolate chips or raisins
  • Spices: 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or pinch of nutmeg
  • Natural caramel sauce drizzle for finishing

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper. Measure out all your ingredients so everything is ready to mix.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the natural peanut butter, eggs, vanilla extract (natural), and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  3. Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, oats, baking powder (natural), and light brown sugar (natural) to ensure even distribution.
  4. Blend Wet and Dry Ingredients: Slowly add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, folding gently. The batter should be thick but spreadable, ready to be pressed into your baking pan.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for about 20 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown. Let cool slightly before slicing to achieve perfect bar shapes.

Notes

  • Measure accurately using level measurements for flour and oats to prevent dense bars.
  • Do not overmix to maintain a chewy texture without toughness.
  • Use fresh natural peanut butter without added oils for best consistency.
  • Allow bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting to avoid crumbling.
  • Adjust the amount of brown sugar (natural) to taste for desired sweetness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Peanut Butter Bars, Kid-Friendly Snack, Gluten-Free Snack, Quick Treat, Lunchbox Snack

Find it online: https://yumwayrecipes.com/lunch-lady-peanut-butter-bars/