Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsJarochoPeanut Butter & Jelly Bars Recipe

Peanut Butter & Jelly Bars Recipe

Inspired by Jarocho
Time45m
Serves16

Make Peanut Butter & Jelly Bars Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Stir until well mixed.

  3. 3

    Mix Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, mix together the melted butter, peanut butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Combine and Bake

  1. 4

    Combine Mixtures

    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

  2. 5

    Spread in Pan

    Scoop half of the mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly to form the base layer.

  3. 6

    Add Topping

    Spread the jelly or jam evenly over the base layer in the baking pan.

  4. 7

    Top with Remaining Mixture

    Take the remaining mixture and crumble it over the jelly layer evenly.

  5. 8

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and set.

Cooling and Serving

  1. 9

    Cool

    Allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then lift them out using the parchment paper and let them cool completely on a wire rack.

  2. 10

    Cut and Serve

    Once cooled, cut into squares or bars and serve. Enjoy your Peanut Butter & Jelly Bars!

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