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Peanut Butter Blossom Bars

Peanut Butter Blossom Bars
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Peanut Butter Blossom Bars are chewy and soft bars that combine rich peanut butter flavor with classic chocolate kiss centers, delivering a perfect sweet and salty balance. They are easy to make with pantry staples, great for any occasion, and customizable to suit personal tastes or dietary needs.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 24 chocolate kisses (about 12 ounces)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until creamy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined and smooth.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix just until combined to form a thick dough.
  4. Press Dough Into Pan: Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan using a spatula or your hands, smoothing it out to an even layer about 1/2 inch thick.
  5. Add Chocolate Kisses: Place chocolate kisses evenly spaced across the top of the dough, gently pressing each one into the batter without pushing it all the way through.
  6. Bake and Cool: Bake for 18 to 22 minutes or until edges are lightly golden and the center looks set. Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares for clean slices.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for even mixing without lumps.
  • Do not overmix the dough to keep bars tender and avoid toughness.
  • Distribute chocolate kisses evenly for uniform bites and attractive presentation.
  • Allow bars to cool fully before cutting to prevent crumbly or sticky slices.
  • Experiment with different types of peanut butter for unique flavor variations.

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