Peanut Butter Blossom Bars

Introduction

Peanut Butter Blossom Bars are a simplified take on the classic peanut butter blossom cookies, transforming the iconic dessert into easy-to-make bars. They feature a rich, peanut butter base topped with Hershey’s Kisses, offering all the nostalgia and flavor of the original recipe in a convenient bar form. Perfect for parties, holidays, or casual snacking, they’re a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

• Dough:
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅔ cup milk chocolate chips (optional)
• Topping:
  • 24 Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped
  • 2-3 teaspoons granulated or sparkling sugar for sprinkling

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream butter, sugars, and peanut butter. Mix in the egg until well combined.
3. Gradually add the dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt) to form a stiff dough. If desired, fold in chocolate chips.
4. Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the top with a teaspoon of sugar.
5. Bake for 22–24 minutes until golden and puffed.
6. Immediately after removing from the oven, press Hershey’s Kisses in rows (4×6 pattern) onto the hot bars.
7. Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares, ensuring each square contains a Kiss in the center.

Conclusion

Peanut Butter Blossom Bars combine simplicity and tradition, making them ideal for busy bakers who still want to impress. Their nostalgic flavor, paired with easy preparation, makes them a versatile treat for any occasion. Store leftovers in an airtight container or freeze for up to three months for lasting freshness.

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