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Ultimate Peanut Butter Caramel Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Lily
  • Total Time: 40-45 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookie bars 1x

Description

Delight in these Ultimate Peanut Butter Caramel Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars, a perfect blend of rich caramel, creamy peanut butter, crunchy toffee bits, and melty chocolate chips baked into a chewy cookie base. Ideal for dessert or a sweet snack, these bars combine classic flavors with a luscious swirl topping for an irresistible treat.

Ingredients

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Cookie Base

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Toppings

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup caramel sauce
  • 1 cup toffee bits
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prep pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bars.
  2. Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly after each addition to create a smooth batter.
  4. Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overmixing.
  5. Spread dough in pan: Evenly spread the cookie dough into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula for an even layer.
  6. Drizzle and swirl: Pour the creamy peanut butter and caramel sauce in alternating dollops over the cookie dough, then use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the two together, creating a marbled effect.
  7. Add toppings: Sprinkle the toffee bits and semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the top of the swirled dough layer.
  8. Bake: Bake the bars in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set but still slightly soft.
  9. Cool and serve: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares for serving.

Notes

  • For a nut-free version, substitute sunflower seed butter for peanut butter.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: peanut butter cookie bars, caramel toffee cookie bars, chocolate chip cookie bars, dessert bars, sweet snack, homemade cookie bars

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