Peanut Butter Blossom Bars
Peanut Butter Blossom Bars are chewy, peanut buttery bars topped with soft melting chocolate kisses. This easy and quick-to-make dessert balances rich peanut butter flavor with smooth chocolate in every bite, making it perfect for peanut butter fans and chocolate lovers alike. These bars are family-friendly, customizable for dietary needs, and ideal for sharing at any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 to 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free flour blend)
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 24 chocolate kisses
Instructions
- Prepare Your Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a square baking pan (about 8×8 inches) with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking and make bar removal easier.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, blend the peanut butter, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. This ensures a uniform base for chewy bars.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Slowly fold in the flour and baking soda, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep your bars tender.
- Spread the Batter: Transfer the dough into your prepared pan and spread evenly using a spatula or your fingers, pressing gently for a smooth surface.
- Bake and Add Chocolate Kisses: Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the edges turn golden. Immediately press the chocolate kisses into the warm bars, allowing them to soften without melting completely.
- Cool and Cut: Let the bars cool completely before cutting into squares to ensure clean edges and perfect serving sizes.
Notes
- Use room temperature peanut butter and eggs for easier mixing and smoother dough.
- Do not overbake; remove bars as soon as the edges turn lightly golden to keep them chewy inside.
- Press chocolate kisses gently to maintain their shape rather than fully melting.
- Line your pan with parchment paper to make removal and cutting easier and cleaner.
- Mini chocolate kisses can be used if you prefer smaller chocolate bites on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 170 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 105 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
Keywords: Peanut Butter Bars, Chocolate Bars, Peanut Butter Blossom Bars, Easy Dessert, Chewy Bars, Chocolate Kiss Bars
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