Choco-Peanut Butter Squares

* Exported from MasterCook *

Choco-Peanut Butter Squares

Recipe By : Better Homes & Gardens Magazine
Serving Size : 12 Preparation Time :0:45
Categories : Desserts

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 1/4 cups flour
2 cups brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup butter -- softened
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
6 ounces semisweet chocolate chips

In large mixer bowl stir together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and
soda. Add peanut butter and butter; blend at low speed of electric
mixer until crumbly. Remove 1 cup of the crumb mixture; set side. To
remaining crumbs in bowl, add the milk, eggs, and vanilla. Blend at low
speed till moistened; beat 3 minutes at medium speed. Pour batter into
an ungreased 13 x 9 baking pan. Sprinkle the chocolate pieces over
batter; sprinkle reserved crumbs atop. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 40
to 45 minutes or till cake tests done. Cool; cut in squares to serve.

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