Blondies II

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x13 inch baking dish. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 7 mins In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together 3/4 cup softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and egg yolk one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and 6 tablespoons peanut butter until well combined. (7 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Gradually blend in the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until just combined. Stir in the chocolate chips. Press the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 30 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs clinging to it. Let cool completely in the pan before frosting. (30 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins To make the frosting: In a medium bowl, using an electric mixer, beat together the remaining 1/2 cup softened butter and 1 cup peanut butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the confectioners' sugar, mixing until smooth. Gradually stir in the milk until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency. Add more milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Once the blondies are completely cool, frost with the peanut butter frosting. Cut into bars and serve. Enjoy! (5 minutes)