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peanut butter jumble bars

Peanut Butter Jumble Bars

These delicious, easy to make, Peanut Butter Jumble Bars are the perfect after school or anytime treat.

Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword bar cookie, M&Ms, peanut butter
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 24 servings
Author cindy

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 1.5 cups brown sugar
  • 1 cup smooth peanut butter I use Skippy
  • 2 eggs
  • 2.5 cups flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1.5 cups Plain M&Ms

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350° F.

  2. Line a 9 x 13" pan with parchment paper. Spray the parchment with non-stick spray, set aside.

  3. In a medium mixing bowl, using a large fine mesh strainer, sift together the flour and baking powder. Set aside.

  4. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar.

  5. Mix in the vanilla and peanut butter until just combined.

  6. Add the eggs, mix until creamy.

  7. Add in the dry ingredients, mix until well incorporated.

  8. Using a wooden spoon, fold in the chocolate chips and M&Ms.

  9. Scoop the batter into the pan. Using a silicone spatula to press the sticky batter into the pan evenly.

  10. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.

  11. Cool completely before cutting and serving.

  12. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.