Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

These Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, combining the creaminess of peanut butter with the sweetness of both white and milk chocolate chips. Each bite is a perfect balance of chewy, crunchy, and sweet, making them an irresistible treat. They are easy to make and are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth, while still being a classic dessert that respects traditional baking principles.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (such as peanuts or walnuts)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Mix until smooth and creamy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture, stirring until just combined.
6. Fold in the milk chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, and chopped nuts.
7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow to cool in the pan before cutting into bars.