Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bars

March 06, 2013

When my son was in 5th grade, his teacher was allergic to peanuts. Since his allergy was so extreme, the kids couldn't even bring a peanut butter sandwich in their lunch bag to class. I love peanut butter, and it is seriously one of the staples of our food supply. I can't imagine not being able to eat it. In making these bars, I just realized how grateful I am that I can enjoy these scrumptious treats! Robin

2 1/2 cups quick cooking oats
1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar
1 cup flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 cup butter, softened

1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk
1/4 cup peanut butter
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup coarsely chopped salted peanuts

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 13x9 pan with cooking spray. In a large bowl, mix together oats, sugar, flour, baking soda and butter with a mixer until crumbly. Scoop our 2 cups and set aside. Pour...
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Nutritions

Calories
285

Sodium
72mg
3% DV

Fat
14g
21% DV

Protein
4g
9% DV

Carbs
35g
12% DV

Fiber
1g
7% DV

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