The Best Peanut Butter Blossom Bars Recipe

A soft and chewy peanut butter cookie bar topped with melted chocolate, inspired by classic peanut butter blossoms but in an easy-to-make bar form!

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings 16 bars

Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup creamy peanut butter
½ cup brown sugar packed
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 pieces chocolate kisses unwrapped

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and immediately press chocolate kisses into the surface of the bars while they are still warm.
Let the bars cool completely before slicing into squares.

Notes

For a twist, try using mini peanut butter cups instead of chocolate kisses. Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For extra gooey chocolate, slightly warm the bars before serving.