Peanut Butter Blossom Bars

Why Make This Recipe

Peanut Butter Blossom Bars are an easy and delicious treat that brings together the wonderful flavors of peanut butter and chocolate. They are a twist on the classic peanut butter blossom cookies but in a convenient bar form. These bars are perfect for sharing at parties, gatherings, or just enjoying with your family at home. They are chewy, sweet, and simply irresistible!

How to Make Peanut Butter Blossom Bars

Ingredients

• 1 cup peanut butter
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup chocolate kisses (for topping)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and butter until smooth.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
5. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until lightly golden.
7. Remove from the oven and immediately press the chocolate kisses onto the top of the bars.
8. Allow to cool in the pan before cutting into squares and serving.

How to Serve Peanut Butter Blossom Bars

These bars are delicious on their own but can also be served with a glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. They can be cut into squares and arranged nicely on a plate for a delightful presentation.

How to Store Peanut Butter Blossom Bars

Store any leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. If you want to keep them longer, they can be refrigerated for about a week or frozen for up to three months. Just make sure to wrap them well in plastic wrap before freezing.

Tips to Make Peanut Butter Blossom Bars

• Use creamy peanut butter for a smooth texture, or crunchy peanut butter if you like extra nutty bits.
• Make sure to soften the butter fully to ensure it mixes smoothly with the sugars.
• Don’t overbake the bars, as they should remain soft and chewy in the center.

Variation

You can add chopped peanuts or other mix-ins, like mini chocolate chips or even butterscotch chips, to the batter before baking for extra flavor.

FAQs

What can I do if I don’t have unsalted butter?
You can use salted butter, but reduce the amount of salt in the recipe to 1/4 teaspoon to balance the flavors.

Can I substitute another nut butter?
Yes! You can use almond butter or cashew butter if you prefer, but the flavor will be different.

How do I know when the bars are done baking?
The bars are done when they are lightly golden on the edges and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

Peanut Butter Blossom Bars

Peanut Butter Blossom Bars are a chewy, sweet treat combining peanut butter and chocolate, perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying at home.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 12 squares

Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients

  

Main ingredients

• 1 cup peanut butter Use creamy for a smooth texture or crunchy for added texture.
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure to soften fully for a smooth mix.
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup chocolate kisses (for topping) Press them onto the bars immediately after baking.

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
• In a large bowl, cream together the peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and butter until smooth.
• Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
• In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
• Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan.

Baking

• Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until lightly golden.
• Remove from the oven and immediately press the chocolate kisses onto the top of the bars.
• Allow to cool in the pan before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

These bars are delicious on their own but can be served with milk or vanilla ice cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. Refrigerate for about a week or freeze for up to three months.

Keyword Baking, Bars, Chocolate, Easy Dessert, Peanut Butter