HOLIDAY PEANUT BARS

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Oats, peanut butter and M&M's give this bar mass appeal. When I have free time, I often bake a pan and pop it in the freezer to take a future potluck or bake dale.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups quick-cooking oats
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup butter, melted
1 package (12.6 ounces) peanut M&M's
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda and salt. Add butter; mix until crumbly. Set aside 1 cup. Press the remaining crumb mixture into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 9-11 minutes or until edges are lightly browned (bars will puff up slightly)., Meanwhile, set aside 1 cup M&M's; chop remaining M&M's. In a bowl, combine the milk, peanut butter and vanilla; mix well. Stir in chopped M&M's. Pour over crust; carefully spread evenly. Sprinkle with reserved M&M's; gently press into peanut butter mixture. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture. Bake 18-22 minutes longer or until edges are lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 123mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Nina Turner
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I can't wait to try these peanut bars. They look so delicious!


Jameel Malik
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These peanut bars are the best I've ever had. I'll definitely be making them again.


Faustine Renatu
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These peanut bars are now my go-to holiday treat.


FAHIM MULLA
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These peanut bars are the perfect after-school snack for my kids. They're filling and satisfying.


HappyHealer26
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I love that these peanut bars are made with simple, wholesome ingredients.


Sophie seeger
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These peanut bars are the perfect treat for a potluck or bake sale. They're always a hit!


Rozi King
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I've never made peanut bars before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. They turned out great!


Rahman Syed
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These peanut bars are the perfect gift for friends and family. They're always appreciated.


Anthony Munachi faith
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These peanut bars are the perfect make-ahead treat. I can make them a few days in advance and they're still just as delicious.


abishmaran
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I love how these peanut bars are so versatile. I can add different nuts, dried fruits, or even chocolate chips to change up the flavor.


Tameem XOXO
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These peanut bars are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.


Rahem Rahem
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I've made these peanut bars for years and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're the perfect combination of sweet and salty.


Carl Beach
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These peanut bars are the perfect holiday treat. They're festive, delicious, and easy to make.


Daniela Montas
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I'm not a big fan of peanut butter, but I loved these bars. The chocolate coating really balances out the peanut butter flavor.


Aminah Davidsjames
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These peanut bars are so easy to make, even my kids can help. They're a great way to get the whole family involved in the kitchen.


Bushra Haris
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I love the combination of chocolate and peanut butter in these bars. They're so rich and decadent.


Amelia Hurdle
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I've made these peanut bars several times and they always turn out great. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


YASIN KALYAR
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These peanut bars were a hit at our holiday party! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious.