Buckeye Cookie Bars

Buckeye Cookie Bars are named after the buckeye nuts from the Ohio buckeye tree, which resemble the chocolate and peanut butter combination in this delicious treat.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Buckeye Cookie Bars

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Dessert Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3240

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Peanut butter
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
3. Gradually add the flour to the mixture and mix until well combined.
4. Press the dough into the prepared baking pan.
5. In a separate bowl, mix together the peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
6. Spread the peanut butter mixture evenly over the dough.
7. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and vegetable oil in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
8. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the peanut butter layer and spread it evenly.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
10. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
11. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before cutting into bars.
12. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 270kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 23g8%

Sugars 15g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.