Best 2 Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars Recipes

Indulge in a nostalgic treat with our delightful Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars. These classic dessert bars, reminiscent of school cafeterias, offer a perfect balance of peanut butter, chocolate, and oats. With three variations – Traditional, Peanut Butter Swirl, and Chocolate Chip – these bars cater to various taste preferences. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey back to your childhood or create new memories with this timeless recipe.

**Traditional Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars:**
Experience the original magic of Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars with this classic recipe. A combination of creamy peanut butter, old-fashioned oats, and a hint of vanilla creates a base layer that's both chewy and satisfying. Topped with a rich chocolate ganache, these bars deliver a delightful contrast of flavors and textures.

**Peanut Butter Swirl Lunch Lady Bars:**
Elevate your dessert experience with our Peanut Butter Swirl variation. This recipe adds an extra layer of peanut butter bliss with a peanut butter swirl running through the center of each bar. The combination of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate creates a decadent treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth.

**Chocolate Chip Lunch Lady Bars:**
For chocolate lovers, our Chocolate Chip Lunch Lady Bars are a dream come true. This variation incorporates an abundance of chocolate chips into the peanut butter base, resulting in a bar packed with chocolatey goodness. The addition of chocolate chips adds an extra layer of texture and flavor that will delight chocolate enthusiasts.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LUNCH LADY PEANUT BUTTER COOKIE BARS

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Found on line at 12 Tomatoes These are moister than your traditional cookie, The simple frosting adds some creamy texture (and more sweetness) and they are a breeze to cut into portions for serving.

Provided by Bonnie G 2

Categories Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 16 cut bars, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 cups flour
2 cups sugar
2 large eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup butter, 2 sticks
1 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup butter, 1 stick
1/2 cup peanut butter
2 tablespoons milk
4 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

Bars:.
Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a large cookie sheet or line with parchment paper.
Mix together dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Whisk together ½ cup milk, vanilla extract, eggs. Set aside.
In a saucepan, melt 1 cup (2 sticks) of butter and 1 cup peanut butter, bring to a boil. Remove from heat and slowly add flour mixture, followed by milk and egg mixture. Mix until well combined.
Pour batter onto cookie sheet, spreading batter evenly to edges. Bake for 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
Frosting:.
In a saucepan, bring 1 stick butter and ½ cup peanut butter to a boil. Add 2 tablespoons milk and slowly mix in powdered sugar until well combined. Pour frosting over cake, spreading evenly to edges. Allow frosting to cool and set before serving.

LUNCH LADY PEANUT BUTTER BARS

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These bars go back many years - They were such a favorite of my kids at the school they attended so they asked the "lunch lady" for the recipe! They became known as the Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars. 30 years later, they're still a favorite!

Provided by Sharyn Melting

Categories Chocolate

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

3/4 c butter
3/4 c sugar
3/4 c brown sugar, firmly packed
2 eggs
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
3/4 c peanut butter, creamy
1 1/2 c old fashioned oatmeal or quick cooking oatmeal
1 1/2 c all purpose flour
1 1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking soda
FILLING LAYER
3/4 c peanut butter, creamy
FROSTING
1/2 c butter
2 Tbsp cocoa powder
1/2 c milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 1/2 c powdered sugar

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a jelly roll pan (11X15). In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
2. Ie a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, sugars, peanut butter, eggs and vanilla until light and fluffy.
3. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients. Then stir in the oatmeal. Spread batter onto the jelly roll pan. Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes.
4. Whip the 3/4 cup of creamy peanut butter until it becomes lighter in color and very fluffy. Then spread the whipped peanut butter over the cookie base.
5. Melt the butter in a saucepan, adding the milk and cocoa. Cook until just boiling (mixture becomes a little thick) Stir constantly. Remove from the heat & add the vanilla. Gradually add the powdered sugar to the mixture & stir until creamy. Pour over the peanut butter & gently spread over the cookie. Cool completely & then cut into bar cookies.
6. Note: If desired Sun Butter can be used if there is an allergy to peanut butter.

Tips:

For a richer flavor, use creamy peanut butter instead of chunky peanut butter.
To make the bars more gooey, add an extra 1/4 cup of peanut butter to the filling.
If you don't have graham cracker crumbs, you can use crushed vanilla wafers or chocolate cookies instead.
To make the bars easier to cut, chill them for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Lunch lady peanut butter bars are a classic dessert that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. With their creamy peanut butter filling and chocolatey graham cracker crust, these bars are sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying treat, give these lunch lady peanut butter bars a try!