Chubby Hubby Bars – Savor the allure of Chubby Hubby Bars, a mouthwatering dessert that flawlessly blends the sweetness and saltiness of flavors. These bars are a treat, for any occasion featuring a combination of chocolate chips, peanut butter, and pretzels that appeal to both young and old alike. Let’s dive into the enchantment of these bars that have quickly become a favorite in our household.
The first time I whipped up these Chubby Hubby Bars was a decision to spoil my family. Boy did it turn out to be a hit! My husband, who absolutely adores anything with peanut butter was beyond thrilled while my child couldn’t resist having bites. From that day these bars have become more than a dessert; they embody joy and togetherness in our home.
What makes Chubby Hubby Bars truly stand out?
What makes these Chubby Hubby Bars stand out? Firstly their impeccable balance of sweet and savory flavors caters to every palate. The satisfying crunchiness of the pretzels combined with the gooeyness of the chocolate and peanut butter chips creates a texture. They’re incredibly easy to make— 45 minutes from start to finish—making them perfect for those, with busy schedules!
What You Need To Make This Chubby Hubby Bars Recipe?
All Purpose Flour: This ingredient is the foundation of our creations providing structure and substance to the bars. It plays a role, in bringing everything resulting in that perfect chewy texture we all adore.
Baking Soda: Even though just a teaspoon is used it has an impact! Baking soda is our weapon for creating airy bars that simply melt in your mouth with every bite.
Salt: Adding a pinch of salt is like adding a touch to a symphony. It. Balances the savory flavors, particularly highlighting the richness of peanut butter.
Unsalted Butter: The key to heavenly bliss lies in this ingredient! When used at room temperature butter blends into the mixture adding moisture and creating a velvety texture that makes these bars irresistibly soft.
Sugars: The combination of sugar and granulated white sugar isn’t just about sweetness. Brown sugar adds a caramel depth while white sugar lends a crisp finish to our bars.
Eggs: They serve as the binding agent for our masterpiece. Eggs contribute to the integrity while ensuring that all ingredients mix together.
Chunky Peanut Butter: This is where we introduce some elements. Each bite containing chunks of peanut butter feels like discovering a treasure—a crunch, amidst the soft and chewy landscape.
Vanilla Extract: A tablespoon. It makes a big difference. Vanilla brings an aromatic touch subtly enhancing the flavors of peanut butter and chocolate.
Chocolate Chips: These little treasures create pockets of melted chocolate in every bite harmonizing beautifully with the peanut butter and pretzels to create a flavor combination.
Pretzels: Chopped pretzels are the game changer here. They add a crunch that perfectly balances the sweetness not only providing texture but also surprising you with every bite.
Peanut Butter Chips: These small morsels bring bursts of delicious peanut butter flavor ensuring that each square of your Chubby Hubby Bars offers an adventure, in taste and texture.
Steps To Make Chubby Hubby Bars:
Step 1: Let’s get started by preheating your oven to 350F. Make sure to give a spray of nonstick spray (the kind, with flour is great) on a 9 x 13 baking pan.
Step 2: Take a bag of pretzels seal it and give it a whack with a rolling pin. You want them chopped not finely – having some texture adds character!
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Step 3: In a bowl whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Step 4: Time, for some arm exercise! Beat the butter and both sugars in a mixer until they become fluffy and well combined.
Step 5: Now gently mix in the eggs, vanilla extract, and peanut butter. The aroma is already so tempting!
Step 6: Gradually add the flour mixture on low speed. Mix just until everything comes together nicely in the batter.
Step 7: Stir in 1 cup of chocolate chips and 1 cup of those pretzels. The batter will be thick. That’s what makes it so rich.
Step 8: Spread the batter evenly in your pan.
Step 9: In another bowl mix together the remaining pretzels, chocolate chips, and peanut butter chips. Sprinkle this mixture over your batter.
Step 10: Bake the dish for around 30 to 35 minutes until it turns a brown shade and fills your kitchen with an irresistible heavenly aroma.
Step 11: Allow it to cool down (if you can resist the temptation) before cutting it into squares.
Tip:
To add a layer of texture and enhance the flavor of your Chubby Hubby Bars you might want to consider chilling the dough before baking. Once you’ve prepared and spread the batter, in the baking pan place it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. This cooling time allows the butter to solidify, resulting in bars that maintain a shape and texture when they’re baked. Additionally, it intensifies the flavors particularly bringing out the caramel hints, from the sugar and enhancing the rich depth of the peanut butter. Consequently, you’ll end up with bars that have a balance of textures – crispy edges, chewy centers – with each ingredient’s taste standing out more distinctly. By following this step your Chubby Hubby Bars can go from being delightful to divine!
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I use smooth peanut butter instead of chunky?
Sure! Smooth peanut butter is an alternative, to chunky. It may not have the texture. It will still give you that delicious peanut butter flavor.
How long can I store these bars?
You can store these bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up, to a week. Although I have a feeling they won’t last that long!
Can I freeze these bars for later?
Absolutely! If you want to save them for later simply wrap each bar individually in a wrap. Pop them in the freezer. They make for a quick treat.
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Chubby Hubby Bars
Ingredients
- 2 c all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ c unsalted butter 1 ½ sticks, room temperature
- 1 c packed light brown sugar
- ½ c granulated white sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ c chunky peanut butter
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ c chocolate chips divided use
- 1 ½ c chopped pretzels divided use
- ½ c peanut butter chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350F. Make sure to spray a 9 x 13 baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Take a bag put the pretzels inside and give them a chop using a rolling pin.
- In a bowl combine 2 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda and ½ teaspoon of salt.
- Using a mixer beat ¾ cups of butter, 1 cup of light brown sugar and ½ cup of white sugar until they become fluffy in texture.
- Incorporate into the mixture 2 eggs, ⅓ cup of chunky peanut butter and 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the mixed flour ingredients to the wet mixture on low speed until they are just combined.
- Gently stir in 1 cup of chocolate chips and 1 cup of chopped pretzels until they are thoroughly mixed in.
- Transfer the batter evenly into the baking pan by spreading it out evenly.
- In a bowl combine together half a cup of chopped pretzels, one cup of chocolate chips and half a cup of peanut butter chips. Sprinkle this mixture over the batter evenly.
- Place the baking pan in your oven. Bake for approximately 30 to 35 minutes or until it turns golden brown. Allow the bars to cool down completely before proceeding to cut them into square-shaped pieces.
Notes
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