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Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars

Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars: Nostalgic Treat Made Easy

Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars are an easy dessert that combines nostalgic flavors in a chewy treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Desserts
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Crunchy Peanut Butter Swap for creamy for a smoother consistency.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Packed for accurate measurement.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Softened for easy mixing; can substitute with salted butter.
  • 1 large Egg At room temperature for even mixing.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Consider almond extract for a unique twist.
For the Dry Mix
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can use a gluten-free flour blend as a substitute.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste if using salted butter.
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Powder
For the Fruity Layer
  • ½ cup Grape Jelly or Jam Swap for your favorite flavor like strawberry or apricot.
For the Topping
  • ½ cup Salted Peanuts Omit for a nut-free version.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Spatula
  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, brown sugar, and softened butter. Beat until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add egg and vanilla extract to the mixture and beat until fully incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients.
  5. Press two-thirds of the batter evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  6. Spread the jelly evenly over the peanut butter base.
  7. Crumble the remaining batter over the jelly layer.
  8. Optional: Sprinkle chopped salted peanuts on top.
  9. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
  10. Cool completely in the pan before lifting out and cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Avoid overmixing to maintain a chewy texture.

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