PEANUT BUTTER OATMEAL SQUARES

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The combination of peanut butter and oatmeal makes these bars popular. My children love them with a cold glass of milk, and I've taken them to many church suppers, too.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2/3 cup peanut butter
2 eggs
1/3 cup water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
ICING:
1/3 cup butter, softened
2/3 cup peanut butter
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/3 cup 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the shortening, sugars and peanut butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in water and vanilla. Combine the flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda and salt; beat into creamed mixture just until combined. Pour into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. , Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. , In a small bowl, beat the icing ingredients until smooth. Pour over warm bars. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 19g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 195mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

indra acharya
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I can't wait to try these squares. They look so delicious!


mdshahin alom
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These squares are a great way to satisfy my sweet tooth without feeling guilty.


Maryam Kamashki
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These squares are the perfect balance of sweet and salty. I love the combination of peanut butter and chocolate.


king Tayo Adeola
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I made these squares for my friends and they loved them. They said they were the best oatmeal squares they'd ever had.


Gas Delivery
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These squares are so delicious and easy to make. I'm definitely going to be making them again.


Tracey Fisher
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I've made these squares several times and they're always a hit. They're a great recipe to have on hand.


alpha_yt_12
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These squares are also great for freezing. I like to make a big batch and then freeze them for later.


proknifecrafter
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I like to add a little bit of cinnamon to the batter for extra flavor.


Esther Garcia
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These squares are a great way to use up leftover oatmeal.


Annabelle Ambouille
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These squares are my new favorite dessert.


Abdulai K Kalia
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These squares are the perfect afternoon pick-me-up. They give me a boost of energy without making me feel weighed down.


Tera Bap
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I love the texture of these squares. They're chewy and gooey, but not too dense.


breon johnson
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These squares are the perfect combination of sweet and salty. I can't get enough of them!


keshav gautam
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I made these squares for a potluck and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Ahmad Cherkawi
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These squares are so easy to make, even my kids can help. It's a fun activity to do together.


Laila Afroz
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I love that these squares are made with wholesome ingredients. I feel good about giving them to my kids.


Koketso Selao
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These are the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack. They're filling and satisfying, and they taste great.


Nathalie Yendetuo
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I'm not usually a fan of oatmeal, but these squares are amazing! The peanut butter and chocolate chips make them irresistible.


Lemi Taye
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These peanut butter oatmeal squares were a hit with my family! They're so easy to make and taste delicious. I love that they're a healthier alternative to other desserts.