Peanut Butter Blossom Bars

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes
Difficulty: Easy | Servings: 16 bars

These Peanut Butter Blossom Bars combine the classic flavors of peanut butter and chocolate in a soft, chewy bar form. Topped with Hershey’s Kisses, they’re an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion!

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Ingredients

For the Bars:

• 1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter

• ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar

• 1 cup (220g) light brown sugar, packed

• 2 large eggs, room temperature

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp salt

For the Topping:

• 24 Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped

• ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar (for rolling)

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat & Prepare

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

• Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.

Step 2: Make the Dough

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat together peanut butter, softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.

2. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

3. Stir in vanilla extract.

4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined (do not overmix).

Step 3: Assemble & Bake

1. Press 2/3 of the dough into the prepared pan in an even layer.

2. Roll the remaining dough into 24 small balls (about 1-inch each).

3. Roll each ball in granulated sugar and place on a plate.

4. Bake the base layer for 12 minutes.

5. Remove from oven and press a Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each dough ball, then place them on top of the partially baked crust.

6. Return to the oven and bake for another 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden.

Step 4: Cool & Slice

• Let cool completely in the pan (about 1 hour).

• Lift out using parchment paper and cut into 16 bars.

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Nutritional Information (Per Bar)

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Tips & Variations

• Crunchy Peanut Butter: For extra texture, use crunchy peanut butter.

• Chocolate Swap: Replace Hershey’s Kisses with mini Reese’s Cups or chocolate chips.

• Gluten-Free Option: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.

• Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

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Final Thoughts

These Peanut Butter Blossom Bars are a fun twist on the classic cookie, offering chewy peanut butter goodness with melty chocolate in every bite. Perfect for bake sales, parties, or a sweet snack!