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Biker's Peanut Butter Bars

These Biker's Peanut Butter Bars are not only delicious but also a great source of energy. Whether you're an athlete seeking fuel for your workouts or simply looking for a wholesome snack, these bars are a convenient and tasty option.
Course: Snack
Keyword: biking, cookie bars, cycling, healthy, peanut butter, snack
Servings: 27 bars
Calories: 230kcal

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup butter room temperature
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup chopped dark chocolate for melting and drizzling on top, optional
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter for melting and drizzling on top, optional

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the room-temperature butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
  • Mix in the 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking soda, salt, all-purpose flour, and old-fashioned rolled oats.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until you have a uniform dough.
  • Press the dough evenly into the prepared 9x13-inch pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the bars turn golden brown.
  • If desired, melt the peanut butter and the chopped dark chocolate in two separate microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth. Drizzle them each over the baked bars.
  • Allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then cut them into long rectangles for easy on-the-go snacks.
  • Pack them into your bento box and take them along on your bike rides for a delicious and energizing snack.

Notes

  1. Storage: To keep your homemade energy bars fresh, store them in an airtight container or zip-top bag. You can refrigerate them for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze the bars individually in plastic wrap or parchment paper and keep them in a resealable freezer bag for up to three months. Freezing is an excellent option if you like to prepare batches in advance.
  2. Customize Your Bars: Feel free to get creative with these bars. You can add a variety of mix-ins such as chopped nuts, dried fruits, or seeds to suit your taste preferences and nutritional needs. Experiment with different types of nut butter or flavoured extracts to create unique flavour profiles.
  3. On-the-Go Snacking: The long rectangular shape of these bars makes them perfect for on-the-go snacking during outdoor activities like cycling, hiking, or picnics. They are designed to fit conveniently in your bento box or any small backpack pocket, providing a quick and easy energy boost when you need it most.
  4. Optional Chocolate Drizzle: The drizzle of melted dark chocolate on top is entirely optional. It adds a touch of indulgence to the bars, making them even more tempting. You can skip this step if you prefer a simpler, less sweet option or are looking to reduce the sugar content.
  5. Nutritional Information: For precise nutritional information per bar, consider calculating based on the specific brands and measurements of the ingredients you use.