Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with our Peanut Butter-Turkey Bacon Bars! This easy-to-make snack combines creamy peanut butter and crispy turkey bacon, creating a chewy treat that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for after-school snacks, parties, or a fun baking project, these bars are topped with semi-sweet chocolate chips for an extra touch of sweetness. With their perfect blend of salty and sweet, they are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike. Customize them with your favorite nuts or chocolate varieties to make them uniquely yours!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 10 slices of turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the brown sugar and softened butter until smooth.
- Mix in the peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add flour, baking soda, and salt; stir until just mixed.
- Fold in half of the crumbled turkey bacon and half of the chopped peanuts.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle chocolate chips on top, return to oven for one minute to melt the chocolate, then spread it evenly over the bars.
- Top with remaining turkey bacon and peanuts before allowing to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Let your ingredients reach room temperature for better mixing. Experiment with different nut toppings or use dark chocolate for a richer flavor.