The Bar Everyone Will Love
Sometimes you need a dessert that’s quick, crowd‑pleasing, and absolutely irresistible. That’s where Peanut Butter Bars come in.
These bars are rich, chewy, and loaded with melty chocolate plus, they’re naturally gluten‑free thanks to our Meli's Monster Cookie Mix. Whether it’s for school lunches, bake sales, or a simple afternoon pick‑me‑up, this recipe hits the sweet spot every time.
We first spotted this dreamy recipe over on Sisters Sans Gluten, and we’re thrilled they love baking with Meli’s just as much as we do.
Why Meli’s Makes These Bars So Good
Our Monster Cookie Mix is built on two star ingredients oats and peanut butter making it the perfect base for these chewy bars.
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🥜 Peanut butter adds rich flavor and plant‑based protein.
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🌾 Oats give that hearty, chewy texture you crave.
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🍫 Chocolate chips bring the indulgence factor.
It’s wholesome meets decadent in one easy‑to‑bake dessert.
What You’ll Need
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1 package Meli’s Original Monster Cookie Mix
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1 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
How to Make Them
1. Preheat & Prep
Heat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease.
2. Mix It Up
In a large bowl, stir together the Meli’s Original Monster Cookie Mix, peanut butter, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla until combined.
3. Add Chocolate
Fold in chocolate chips, reserving some to sprinkle on top.
4. Bake
Spread dough evenly in pan and bake for 18–22 minutes, until edges are lightly golden but center is soft.
5. Cool & Slice
Let cool completely before cutting into squares or rectangles.
Serving & Storage Tips
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Perfect For: After‑school snacks, potlucks, or a cozy movie night.
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Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Bake Your Own Batch
The secret to these perfect bars is our Meli’s Original Monster Cookie Mix oat‑based, naturally gluten‑free, and packed with the flavor of real peanut butter and chocolate chips.
📌 Get your mix now and start baking:
👉 Shop Meli’s Monster Cookie Mix