Peanut Butter Lunch Lady Cookie Bars

Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.

In a mixing bowl, cream together peanut butter, softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.

Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture, mixing until well combined.

Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Press the dough into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly.

Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting them into squares and serving.