Crunchy Peanut Butter Bars
Crispy peanut butter bars topped with a layer of corn flakes, chocolate, and peanut butter.
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
2-3/4 cups
packed brown sugar
1-1/4 cups
egg
1
butter (softened)
1/2 cup
shortening
1/2 cup
chunky peanut butter
1/3 cup
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
salt
1/2 teaspoon
semisweet chocolate chips (melted)
1 cup (6 ounces)
chunky peanut butter (for topping)
1/2 cup
crushed cornflakes
1-1/2 cups
Instructions
1
Prepare Base
In a large mixing bowl, combine the first eight ingredients (the batter will be thick). Press the mixture into an ungreased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes, or until set. Let cool for 5 minutes.
2
Add Topping
While the base bakes, combine the chocolate chips and peanut butter in a small bowl; stir in the crushed cornflakes. Carefully spread the mixture over the cooled base. Cut into bars once set.
