Description
Indulge in these rich and decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Butter Bars featuring a fudgy chocolate cake crust topped with a creamy peanut butter and cream cheese layer, finished with melty chocolate chips. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat any time of day, these bars combine classic flavors in a delightfully gooey and satisfying dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Crust
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 egg
Peanut Butter Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Make Chocolate Crust: In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, melted butter, and egg. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is fully blended and uniform, then press it evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish forming a solid crust layer.
- Prepare Peanut Butter Mixture: In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Assemble Bars: Pour the peanut butter filling over the chocolate crust in the baking dish. Use a spatula to spread it evenly across the surface.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Evenly sprinkle the chocolate chips over the peanut butter layer, ensuring good coverage for that extra chocolatey bite.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes. The top should turn a light golden color, and a toothpick inserted into the center should come out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs attached.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, cut into squares and serve for a rich, gooey treat.
Notes
- For best results, ensure cream cheese is fully softened before mixing.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
- Bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- To make the bars extra indulgent, warm slightly before serving to enhance gooey texture.
- You can substitute peanut butter with almond butter for a different nutty flavor.
