Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars
Take your favorite childhood sandwich to the next level with these irresistible Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars! This nostalgic treat combines a buttery, peanut butter-infused base, a luscious layer of sweet strawberry or grape jelly, and a crumbly peanut-studded topping for the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and nutty flavors. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a handful of pantry staples, these bars are easy to whip up and great for sharing at potlucks, bake sales, or an indulgent snack at home. Baked to golden perfection and cut into hearty squares, these bars are a delightful twist on a classic PB&J—comfort food in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Light brown sugar, packed
- 2 Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups Creamy peanut butter
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Strawberry or grape jelly
- 0.5 cup Chopped peanuts (optional for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract and creamy peanut butter until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Spread about two-thirds of the peanut butter dough evenly into the prepared baking pan to form the base layer. It will be thick, so use a spatula or your hands to press it down evenly.
Spoon the jelly over the dough layer and spread it evenly, leaving a small border around the edges.
Drop small spoonfuls of the remaining peanut butter dough over the jelly layer. It will not completely cover the jelly; that’s okay. Optionally, sprinkle the chopped peanuts over the top for extra crunch.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper, and cut into squares or rectangles. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7400 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 419.5 g | 538% | |
| Saturated Fat | 163.5 g | 818% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 889 mg | 296% | |
| Sodium | 3491 mg | 152% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 829.5 g | 302% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.2 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 551.6 g | ||
| Protein | 146.6 g | 293% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 573 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 23.0 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 3569 mg | 76% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
