Description
These Peanut Butter Blossom Bars offer all the delightful flavors of the classic Peanut Butter Blossom cookies but in a convenient bar form. A chewy, peanut butter-infused dough studded with milk chocolate chips forms the base, providing a rich and comforting texture. Topped with iconic Hershey’s Kisses, these bars are not only delicious but also visually appealing, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 egg
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup milk chocolate chips
24 Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped
3 teaspoons white sparkling sugar (or granulated sugar)
Instructions
Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and set aside.
Prepare Dough: In a large mixing bowl, beat together butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, peanut butter, and egg until well combined. By hand, stir in flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt just until a dough forms. Fold in milk chocolate chips.
Shape and Bake: Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the top with 2 teaspoons of sparkling sugar. Bake for 22-24 minutes or until golden brown and puffed up all over.
Add Kisses: Immediately after removing from the oven, press Hershey’s Kisses into the dough in a 4×6 row pattern. Sprinkle with the remaining sparkling sugar.
Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, cut into squares ensuring each has a Hershey’s Kiss in the center.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
- Creamy peanut butter works best for this recipe, but you can use crunchy if you prefer a bit of texture.
- Be careful not to overmix the dough once the flour is added, as this can lead to a tougher texture.
- Pressing the Hershey’s Kisses into the bars immediately after baking ensures they adhere well to the dough.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting to ensure clean slices and prevent them from crumbling.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for longer freshness. Enjoy them as a sweet snack or dessert anytime!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: Approx. 300 kcal per bar
