Chocolate Peanut Butter Cream Cheese Bars Recipe

Name: Chocolate Peanut Butter Cream Cheese Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup packed brown sugar; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips; 2 cups peanut butter chips; 1/2 cup white sugar; 1/2 cup packed brown sugar; 1/3 cup butter, softened; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese; 1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon rum; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract; 1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips; 1 tablespoon rum; 1 teaspoon water

Servings: persons

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
2 cups peanut butter chips
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup butter, softened
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon rum
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon rum
1 teaspoon water

1
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
2
To Make Crust: Combine 1 cup flour, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup butter or margarine and 3/4 cup melted chocolate chips in large bowl. Mix well. Press into bottom of ungreased 11 x 7 inch pan. Top with 2 cups peanut butter chips
3
To Make Filling: Beat 1/2 cup white sugar, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/3 cup butter and 8 oz. cream cheese in large bowl until smooth. Add 1 cup unbleached flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon vanilla and 1 tablespoon rum. Blend well. Spread over peanut butter chips.
4
Bake until edges are light brown and set, 35-40 minutes. Let cool for 30 minutes.
5
To Make Glaze: Melt 1/4 cup chocolate chips with1 tablespoon rum and 1 teaspoon water in small saucepan over low heat. Stir constantly until smooth. Drizzle over filling while warm. Refrigerate 1 hour and cut into bars. Store in refrigerator.

1846

kcal

Calories

121

Fat

163

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup butter, softened, 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Peanut Butter Cream Cheese Bars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cream Cheese Bars

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