Any time I ever visited my Great Aunt Winnie, there was always a feast.  There is never an empty stomach in her house!  And of course, she always said, “Oh, it’s nothing special… just a little dinner”.  Well, to her, “just a little dinner” usually consisted of one fabulous main course, at least two or three side dishes or salads, a bread, and a few desserts!  Every time I visit her, it’s like a holiday meal, and I love it so!

Aunt Winnie's Peanut Butter Bars

This is an excellent bar cookie recipe for any occasion.  There’s a great balance of peanut butter and chocolate, with a little bit of oats for some heartiness.  My great aunt says that you can “frost if desired” but I find that these Peanut Butter Bars are delicious just as is.

The Lineup

Mix together the butters and sugars.

Butter & Sugar

After that, add the egg and mix well.

Butter & Sugar

Then, the oats, flour, baking soda, and salt.

Oats & Flour

Mix that together well.

Dough

Mix in chocolate chips.

Chocolate Chips

Spread the dough into a pan.

Ready to Bake

Bake until light golden brown, let cool slightly and serve!

Ready to Eat

Aunt Winnie’s Peanut Butter Bars

Servings 12 to 16 bars

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup butter softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup peanut butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup oats quick or old fashioned
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Cream together butter, sugars, and peanut butter. Add egg and mix well. Add oats, flour, baking soda, and salt; stir. Mix in chocolate chips. Batter will be very thick.
  • Spread in a 13"x9" pan. Bake for 20 minutes at 350 degrees F. Cut into squares before serving.

A recipe from my great-aunt Winnie