Ina Garten Peanut Butter And Jelly Bars

This Ina Garten Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars recipe is chewy and rich, which uses creamy peanut butter and tangy raspberry jam. It’s a classic dessert bar, ready in about 55 minutes.

Ina Garten Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars Ingredients

• ½ lb (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temp
• 1½ cups sugar
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 2 extra-large eggs, room temp
• 2 cups (18 oz) creamy peanut butter (Skippy)
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1½ tsp kosher salt
• 1½ cups (18 oz) raspberry jam
• ⅔ cup salted peanuts, chopped

How To Make Ina Garten Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars

1. Preheat and prep pan: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
2. Cream butter and sugar: Beat butter and sugar together until pale and fluffy.
3. Add wet ingredients: Mix in peanut butter, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Combine dry ingredients: Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt, then mix into peanut butter mixture on low speed.
5. Layer dough and jam: Spread ⅔ of the dough evenly in the pan. Top with raspberry jam. Dot remaining dough on top.
6. Add peanuts and bake: Sprinkle with chopped peanuts and bake for 45 minutes until golden brown.
7. Cool and cut: Let cool completely before slicing into bars.

Recipe Tips

• Can I use crunchy peanut butter?
  Yes, but the bars will have more texture and less smoothness.
• Can I swap raspberry jam for strawberry or grape?
  Absolutely — any jam or jelly works for this recipe.
• How to prevent bars from sticking to the pan?
  Grease and flour the pan well, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
• Can I make these ahead?
  Yes, they store well at room temperature for several days or can be frozen.

What To Serve With Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars

These bars are sweet and hearty, pairing well with:

• A glass of cold milk
• Fresh fruit like sliced bananas or strawberries
• A cup of coffee or hot chocolate
• Vanilla ice cream for a dessert twist

How To Store Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars

Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Freeze: Wrap bars tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature.

Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 390 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 8g
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 8g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 28g
• Sodium: 250mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I use natural peanut butter in this recipe?
Yes, but make sure to stir well and note that the texture may be slightly softer.

Why are my bars too crumbly?
Overbaking or adding too much flour can cause dryness — check bake time and measurements.

Can I double this recipe?
Yes, bake in two pans or a larger sheet pan and adjust bake time as needed.

Try More Recipes:

• Ina Garten Pear Galette
• Ina Garten Maple Roasted Carrots
• Ina Garten Sticky Toffee Cake