Peanut Butter Cookie Dough
Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Bars: A No-Bake Dream Dessert
If you’re a peanut butter lover, these Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Bars are the ultimate treat! They’re rich, fudgy, packed with peanut butter flavor, and completely safe to eat raw—no eggs, no baking, just pure deliciousness.
These bars are perfect for when you’re craving something sweet but don’t want to turn on the oven. With chocolate chips mixed in for extra decadence, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ No-Bake & Super Easy – Ready in minutes!
✔ Safe to Eat Raw – No eggs, no worries.
✔ Soft, Fudgy, and Loaded with Peanut Butter
✔ Perfect for Snacking, Parties, or Freezing for Later
Ingredients for Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Bars
For the Dough:
- 1 ½ cups peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups heat-treated all-purpose flour (see step below for safety!)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup mini chocolate chips
For the Topping (Optional but Delicious!):
- ½ cup peanut butter chips or chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp peanut butter (for smoothness)
How to Make Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Bars
Step 1: Heat-Treat the Flour (For Safety!)
- Spread flour on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.
- Let it cool completely before using.
(This step kills any bacteria in raw flour, making it safe to eat!)
Step 2: Make the Peanut Butter Dough
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Add in heat-treated flour and salt, stirring until fully incorporated.
- Fold in mini chocolate chips for extra goodness.
Step 3: Shape & Chill the Bars
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Press the cookie dough mixture evenly into the dish.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.
Step 4: Add the Topping (Optional but Amazing!)
- Melt peanut butter chips (or chocolate chips) with 1 tbsp peanut butter in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Spread over the top of the chilled dough.
- Sprinkle with extra chocolate chips for decoration.
Step 5: Slice & Enjoy!
- Chill for an additional 10 minutes to set.
- Slice into bars or squares and serve!
Best Ways to Enjoy Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Bars
🥜 As a Quick Snack – Grab a bar when you need a sweet fix!
🍨 With Ice Cream – Crumble over vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
🎁 As a Gift – Wrap up for a homemade treat!
Storage & Freezing Tips
- Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freeze: Wrap bars in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months.
Make It Your Own: Fun Variations
🔥 Want it crunchier? Add chopped peanuts for texture.
🍫 Chocolate Peanut Butter? Use cocoa powder in the dough for a chocolatey twist.
🌰 Nut-Free? Swap peanut butter for almond or sunflower butter.
Why These Bars Are a Must-Try
✔ No-Bake & Quick to Make
✔ Soft, Chewy, and Packed with Peanut Butter Flavor
✔ Safe to Eat Raw & Totally Addictive
✔ Perfect for Peanut Butter & Chocolate Lovers!
Final Thoughts
These Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Bars are a dream come true for anyone who loves peanut butter and chocolate. They’re easy to make, packed with flavor, and completely irresistible!
🥜 Give them a try and let me know—what’s your favorite peanut butter dessert? 🍫😊
