Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bars

Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1Preheat oven to 350F. Line an 8-by-8-inch baking pan with aluminum foil, spray with cooking spray; set aside.
2. 2In a large, microwave-safe bowl melt the butter, about 1 minute on high power.
3. 3Wait momentarily before adding the egg so you don’t scramble it. Add the peanut butter, egg, brown sugar, vanilla, and whisk until smooth.
4. 4Add the flour, salt, and stir until just combined, don’t overmix.
5. 5Stir in 1 cup chocolate chips.
6. 6Turn batter out into prepared pan, smoothing the top lightly with a spatula.
7. 7Sprinkle evenly with 2 tablespoons chocolate chips, smoothly the top lightly with a spatula.
8. 8Bake for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until done. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean, or with a few moist crumbs, but no batter. Allow bars to cool in pan for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
9. 9Bars will keep airtight at room temperature for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for up to 6 months.