Shelly's Recipe

OATMEAL PEANUT BUTTER BARS WITH PEANUT BUTTER FROSTING

Category: Bars

Peanut Butter Bars:
1 cup flour (white or whole wheat)
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup peanut butter (I use natural)
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 cup oatmeal

Peanut Butter Frosting:
1/4 cup butter, room temperature
1/4 cup peanut butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
2-3tbsp milk
1 3/4 cup confectioners sugar

Preheat oven to 350. Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl. Press into an ungreased 13x9 pan. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool before frosting.

To make the frosting, combine the butter, peanut butter, and vanilla in a medium sized bowl. Whip until light and fluffy. Start by adding 2tbsp milk and the confectioners sugar. Whip until incorporated. Adjust by adding more milk or more sugar until you reach the desired consistency.