Emily's Easy Peanut Butter Bars Recipe

Name: Emily's Easy Peanut Butter Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups rolled oats; ⅔ cup brown sugar; ½ cup flour; ½ cup margarine; 1 (18 ounce) box yellow cake mix; 2 egg whites; ⅓ cup peanut butter; ½ cup margarine; ½ cup pecans (chopped); ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Servings: persons

1
Crust:.
2
Mix oats, brown sugar and flour.
3
Using a pastry tool, cut margarine into mix until completely blended.
4
Press mix firmly into bottom of a 9x13 greased cake pan.
5
Set aside.
6
Mix:.
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Mix cake mix, egg whites, butter and peanut butter until smooth.
8
Carefully spread over the oatmeal mix evenly in pan.
9
(sometimes difficult because mixture is very sticky).
10
Sprinkle nuts and chocolate chips over top.
11
Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes or until center is done.

768

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Calories

Fat

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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups rolled oats, ⅔ cup brown sugar, ½ cup flour, ½ cup margarine, and more.

Yes, Emily's Easy Peanut Butter Bars falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Emily's Easy Peanut Butter Bars

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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