Chewy Peanut Butter Cranberry Bars

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup chopped cranberries
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 25-30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Stir in the oats, cranberries, and peanut butter.
6. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 320
• Fat: 16g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 6g

Dish Characteristics:

• Chewy and soft texture
• Sweet and tangy flavor with a hint of peanut butter
• Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or desserts

User Comments:

• "These bars are so delicious and easy to make! I love the combination of peanut butter and cranberries."
• "The bars are the perfect balance of chewy and soft."
• "I made these for my kids and they devoured them."
• "I added some chocolate chips to the batter for an extra touch of sweetness."
• "I love that these bars are made with easily accessible ingredients."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use softened butter for a smoother texture.
• Do not overmix the dough, as it will make the bars tough.
• If you don't have rolled oats, you can use quick oats instead.
• Let the bars cool completely before cutting them, as they will be fragile when warm.