IngredientsFor the Bars:2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups granulated sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt½ cup whole milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 large eggs, beaten1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter1 cup creamy peanut butterFor the Frosting:½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter½ cup creamy peanut butter2 tablespoons milk4 cups powdered sugarHow To Make Peanut Butter Lunch Lady BarsPreheat oven to 400°F. Grease a large sheet pan (roughly 13×18 inches) or line with parchment paper.Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.Whisk wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine ½ cup milk, vanilla, and beaten eggs.Create the base: In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup butter with 1 cup peanut butter over medium heat. Once it reaches a gentle boil, remove from heat.Combine: Slowly stir the dry ingredients into the melted peanut butter mixture. Then add the milk/egg mixture and stir until smooth and well mixed.Bake: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely in the pan.Make the frosting: In a small saucepan, melt ½ cup butter with ½ cup peanut butter. Bring just to a boil, then remove from heat. Stir in 2 tablespoons milk, then gradually mix in the powdered sugar until smooth.Frost the bars: Pour warm frosting over cooled bars and spread evenly. Allow to cool at room temperature until the frosting sets.
Peanut Butter Lunch Lady Bars
