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Homemade Peanut Butter Sandwich Bars

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These creamy, nutty, and sweet bars are a no-bake treat that combines the nostalgic flavors of peanut butter and jelly in a portable, layered snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/2 cup (120g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240g) creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) coconut oil, melted
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup (120g) fruit jam of your choice (strawberry, raspberry, or grape)
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) water

Instructions

  1. Line your baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal. In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and flour. Stir until the mixture forms a crumbly dough. Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Chill in the fridge for 20 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the peanut butter, melted coconut oil, honey, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Pour the mixture over the chilled cookie base and spread evenly using a rubber spatula. Place the dish back in the fridge for another 30 minutes to set.
  3. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the jam and water. Microwave for 15-20 seconds, then stir until it’s smooth and slightly runny. Pour the jam over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly. Chill again for 1 hour or until fully set.
  4. Once chilled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper. Use a sharp knife to cut into squares. Serve immediately or store for later.

Notes

[‘Chill each layer thoroughly before adding the next to ensure clean, well-defined layers.’, ‘Use room temperature ingredients for smoother textures.’, ‘A thin layer of jelly works best to keep the bars balanced and not overly sweet.’, ‘If the base feels dry, add an extra tablespoon of melted butter.’, ‘If the peanut butter layer is too runny, chill it longer before adding the jam.’]

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Keywords: peanut butter, jelly, no-bake, dessert, snack, easy recipe, kid-friendly, gluten-free option

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