Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars
Indulge in the nostalgic delight of Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars, a perfect blend of creamy peanut butter and sweet strawberry jam. These chewy dessert bars are not only easy to make but also customizable, allowing you to switch up the jam flavor or nut butter for a unique twist. Ideal for snacks, bake sales, or cozy family gatherings, each bite evokes memories of classic childhood flavors. Bake these bars today to treat your loved ones to a comforting dessert that everyone will adore!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1½ cups sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 cups creamy peanut butter
- 3 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cups strawberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, creamy peanut butter, and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder; gradually mix this into the wet ingredients until a dough forms.
- Press two-thirds of the dough into the prepared baking dish to create an even base layer.
- Spread the strawberry jam evenly over this base layer.
- Crumble the remaining dough over the jam layer to form a textured topping.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool completely before lifting out and cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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