Peanut Butter-Turkey Bacon Bars
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Peanut Butter-Turkey Bacon Bars. Combining the creamy richness of peanut butter with the savory crispiness of turkey bacon, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends. Whether for a quick snack after school, a treat at a gathering, or meal prep for the week, these bars are not only easy to make but also satisfyingly delicious. With a perfect blend of sweet and salty, plus the added crunch from chopped peanuts and chocolate chips, these bars will become a go-to favorite in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 10 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, cream together the brown sugar and softened butter until smooth. Mix in the peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add in flour, baking soda, and salt; mix until just combined. Gently fold in half of the crumbled turkey bacon and one-third of the chopped peanuts.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a greased baking dish and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle chocolate chips on top. Let them melt for one minute before spreading over the surface. Top with remaining turkey bacon and peanuts before cooling completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg