Homemade Fruit Leather

Fruit leather is an amazing snack that combines a delicious fruity taste with a texture that is to die for! Simple and SOO good, it will for sure be something that your family will go crazy for!

Making fruit leather at home is so easy plus it will save you a lot of money! You can make it your own with whatever fruit that you love! Some other homemade snacks to try are this trail mix, ranch pretzels, and this yummy banana bread!

Why Should I Make My Own Fruit Leather?

Fruit leather is one of those delicious snacks that I always get sucked into buying at the store. It isn’t messy and my kids love it. Once I made this recipe, I kept asking myself why I hadn’t tried this before! It is so simple and let’s be honest, buying fruit leather isn’t cheap! This not only tastes amazing but it’s saving me money so that is a win-win in my book! You don’t need a lot of stuff for this recipe! You just need to make sure that you are home while it cooks. And the best part about this is that YOU DON’T NEED A DEHYDRATOR!

I think this was always my biggest hangup with homemade fruit leather. I didn’t want to have to go out and buy something for my kitchen that I would probably only use with a couple of recipes. But now that you have this recipe, put your mind at ease (and your wallet away!) because you don’t need any extra tools or fancy accessories that you don’t already have on hand. Like I said, simple and delicious is the name of this game! What you will need is some fruit. And luckily, there is always a season during the year that we have an abundance of certain fruits! So this recipe can be made all year long. It will keep your pantry well-stocked and your kids will absolutely love it!!

What is in Fruit Leather

This is the part where you breathe a sigh of relief when you realize that there are only THREE ingredients that you need to make this! Delightfully simple, this recipe can be made by anyone! You’ve got this! See the recipe card below for exact ingredient measurements.

• Strawberries: Use fresh strawberries (or the fruit of your choice). You can use frozen fruit but make sure that it’s fully thawed first!
• Lemon juice: This will help to brighten the flavor if your fruit!
• Granulated sugar (or honey): Using sugar will keep your fruit leather sweet and not too tart.

How to Make Baked Fruit Leather

Here is where you realize that all you need to make this recipe is sometimes! And it’s all pretty hands-off time because it’s basically just in your oven cooking! So pick a day that you have things to do at home and at the end of your day, you can enjoy this delicious fruit leather!

1. Prep: Preheat the oven to 150° or the lowest your oven will go, making sure it’s below 200°. Line your baking sheet with a silpat and set aside.
2. Blend ingredients: In the blender add the strawberries, lemon juice and sugar. Blend until you have a smooth puree. Pour the puree onto the baking sheet and smooth using a knife or an offset spatula. Tapping the pan on the counter a few times can help get it nice and even.
3. Bake and cut: Bake for 6-8 hours, or until the leather is no longer tacky. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before using a pizza cutter to cut into strips for fruit roll ups or into rectangles for pieces of fruit leather. If you would like to roll it, cut a strip of parchment paper to roll up with it so it does not stick to itself.

Homemade Fruit Leather Tips

Making homemade fruit leather is a great way to enjoy fruit at the peak of ripeness throughout the entire year!

• Go low: Put your oven at the lowest temp it can go! My oven only goes to 170°, but if yours goes lower than that go ahead and set at the LOWEST temp! Anywhere between 130°-190° will work, but lower is definitely better.
• Frozen Fruit? Want to use frozen fruit? Go for it! Be sure to thaw the fruit before measuring it and then proceed through the recipe as written.
• Done but not overdone: The fruit leather will be done when it’s not tacky and doesn’t get gummy when cut. It is overdone if the leather starts cracking or getting so dry that it can break. It typically takes 6-8 hours to fully dry, but it could take up to 12 hours to fully dry.
• Use a dehydrator: This recipe is mainly for using an oven, but if you have a dehydrator that can speed up the process immensely. Set the dehydrator to 135°, line the dehydrator tray with parchment paper or use a fruit leather tray, spread the puree in a thin even layer on the trays and put in the dehydrator for 4-8 hours. It will be ready when the fruit is no longer tacky.

Fruit Variations

Make the most of this recipe! If fruit leather is something that you want to have on hand as a regular snack at your house, here are a few ideas to switch things up and keep it interesting! There are so many yummy fruit leathers out there, it would be a shame to stop at just one!

• Change the flavor: The easiest thing that you can do to change this up is to use different fruits. I usually buy fruit leather in variety packs so this is no different! Buy a few fruits and make some different options. These keep for a long time (see the storing tips below) so it’s definitely worth it!
• Combine fruit: Take it up a notch and combine a few fruits to make some extra delicious flavors. Just make sure that your total fruit equals the 3 cups needed for a batch.

Storing Homemade Fruit Leather

Homemade Fruit Leather is simple to store and there are a couple options to consider.

Room Temperature: You can store your fruit leather at room temp, but it has to be in a cool, dry, dark place like a pantry or a cool cupboard. Wrap the pieces in plastic wrap and then put in an airtight container. It will keep for up to 2 weeks, but be sure it is dry otherwise it could mold.

Freezer: If you want to keep your fruit leather long-term, the best way is to wrap the pieces in plastic wrap and then store them in a large freezer ziplock bag in the freezer. Fruit leather will keep for up to a year in the freezer.

More Homemade Snacks to Love

I love homemade snacks because they are convenient but mostly because store bought ones just don’t taste as good! Ive come up with a few of my favorite homemade snacks that are constantly being made and eaten at our house. They are simple and easy and by making them on my own, I can have them available whenever I want!

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Cookies and Cream Muddy Buddies

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Amazing Homemade Applesauce

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5 Minute Million Dollar Dip

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Fresh Fruit Salsa

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Homemade Fruit Leather

Fruit leather is an amazing snack that combines a delicious fruity taste with a texture that is to die for! Simple and SOO good, it will for sure be something that your family will go crazy for!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 8 hours

Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 Cups fresh strawberries or fruit of your choice
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar or honey

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 150° or the lowest your oven will go, making sure it’s below 200°. Line your baking sheet with a silpat and set aside.
• In the blender add the strawberries, lemon juice and sugar. Blend until you have a smooth puree. Pour the puree onto the baking sheet and smooth using a knife or an offset spatula. Tapping the pan on the counter a few times can help get it nice and even.
• Bake for 6-8 hours, or until the leather is no longer tacky. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before using a pizza cutter to cut into strips for fruit roll ups or into rectangles for pieces of fruit leather. If you would like to roll it, cut a strip of parchment paper to roll up with it so it does not stick to itself.

source https://therecipecritic.com/fruit-leather/

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Air Fryer Fried Green Tomatoes

Air fryer-fried green tomatoes are insanely delicious! Crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside, these tomatoes will knock your socks off!

Using an air fryer for these fried green tomatoes means that you can achieve that amazingly delicious taste with only a little bit of oil! Meaning that these are healthy and tasty! If you love these tomatoes, be sure to try these Grilled Tomatoes, Cheesy Stuffed Tomatoes with Sausage, and these yummy Parmesan Garlic Roasted Tomatoes!

Fried Green Tomatoes

I love my air fryer. The fact that I can now create all of my favorite fried food with less oil is nothing short of incredible! These fried green tomatoes are no exception! They are incredibly delicious with their crispy coating that has a savory flavor mixed with the tangy tomato taste. Then, when you bite into that juicy tender insides it just tastes like a little slice of heaven! They are so simple to make and because you can do them so quickly and without the mess, you can whip them up for an appetizer, aside, or even a quick snack!

All you have to do is slice them up, coat them, and pop them in the air fryer. Within 10 minutes, you will be eating these and never look back to cooking them any other way! Fried green tomatoes hail from the south and you will be hard-pressed to find a restaurant down there that doesn’t offer these beauties! But now you can make them in the comfort of your own home! Dip them in some Yum Yum Sauce or Homemade Ranch Dressing and you will be frying these up for days! And now that you have a recipe that doesn’t cook them in so much oil, you can eat this guilt-free! I know you will absolutely love them!

What You Need to Make Fried Green Tomatoes

Like I said, easy to do it on this dish! All you need is some green tomatoes and a few ingredients that are pantry staples and you are well on your way to enjoying this amazing snack! See the recipe card below for a list of exact ingredient measurements.

• Oil: This will be used for frying so you can use whichever type of oil that you have on hand or prefer!
• Green tomatoes: Make sure when you pick out your tomatoes that they are firm
• Eggs: These are used as part of the base to get your coating to stick to the tomatoes
• Milk: You will mix this with the eggs as part of the base.
• Flour: The flour is used to create a coating for the cornmeal and breadcrumbs.
• Salt and pepper: Used to flavor the tomatoes.
• Cornmeal and breadcrumbs:These two things will stick to your flour making what will soon to be your crispy outside shell!
• Parmesan: Add this for delicious flavor.
• Italian seasoning: You can use some that you have at home or if you really want to make this delicious, whip up this super easy homemade Italian seasoning
• Olive oil spray: This is to spray your tomatoes just before cooking so that they brown nicely.

How to Make Air Fryer Tomatoes

15 minutes is all you need from start to finish with these yummy fried green tomatoes. Plus, because you are using the air fryer, there are no oil splatter messes to clean up!

1. Separate and Mix: In a small bowl add the eggs and whisk. Add in the milk. In another small bowl add the flour, salt and pepper. In another small bowl add the cornmeal, bread crumbs, and parmesan cheese.
2. Coat: Dredge each tomato slice first in the eggs, then coat in the flour, and lastly the cornmeal mix. Add the tomatoes to the basket of an air fryer and spray the tops with olive oil spray.
3. Cook and flip: Cook at 400 degrees in the air fryer for 5-6 minutes, then flip over and spray with olive oil and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Tips for Air Frying

Whether you use an air fryer all the time or you never have and this is your first, I have come up with a few tips that will help you cook these fried green tomatoes! These tips make it easy and will soon become habits as you get more comfortable cooking with an air fryer. And soon enough, you will be enjoying delicious (and healthier!) fried food as much as you want!

• Don’t overlap: I know that it’s tempting to fit in the most food possible in your air fryer but don’t do it! Make sure that each tomato has its own place in the air fryer and that they don’t overlap at all! This will ensure that they all get as crispy as possible and don’t have soggy spots where they have been touching.
• Batter: When you coat them with the eggs and flour, don’t go too heavy on it. Shake them off before moving to the next stage so that each tomato has about the same amount on it. This will make sure they are all evenly cooked and done at the same time!
• Air fryer parchment paper: If you want an especially easy cleanup, you can buy some parchment paper that has holes in it for air flow that is specifially made for air fryers. This will help you be able to just take everthing out and wipe it all up super easily!

How to Store (and Freeze!) Leftovers

Air fryer-fried green tomatoes are best to be eaten the same day but, the great thing about using the air fryer is that you can make leftovers crispy again in no time!

• Refrigerator: You can store your leftover fried green tomatoes in an airtight container in your fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: You can freeze your fried green tomatoes to eat for later! Cook them according to this recipe and let them cool completely. Place the slices on a parchment lined baking sheet (not touching) for an hour in the freezer. Remove the slices and place them in a plastic bag. Label the bag with the date and these can stay in your freezer for up to 12 months! No need to thaw them before reheating just put them frozen in your air fryer!
• Reheating: Set your airfryer to preheat at 350 degrees. Cook these for 5-6 minutes, flipping halfway. Enjoy!

More Air Fryer Recipes to Love

Air fryer recipes have become a go to fo me! They have brought back so many fried foods into our meals except now, they are healthier! I have come up with a few more air fried foods that you MUST try. They are incredibly delicious and once you start cooking like this, you won’t be able to stop! Enjoy!

Side Dishes

Crispy Parmesan Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts

Dinner

Perfect 10 minute Air Fryer Shrimp

Dinner

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings

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Perfect Air Fryer Bacon- Ready in 10 minutes!

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Air Fryer Fried Green Tomatoes

Air fryer fried green tomatoes are insanely delicious! Crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside, these tomatoes will knock your socks off!

Course Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword air fryer fried green tomatoes, air fryer green tomatoes, fried green tomatoes

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Servings 4 people

Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

• oil for frying
• 4 large green tomatoes firm
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 cup flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 Tablespoon grated parmesan
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• olive oil spray

Instructions

• In a small bowl add the eggs and whisk. Add in the milk. In another small bowl add the flour, salt, and pepper. In another small bowl add the cornmeal, bread crumbs, and parmesan cheese.
• Dredge each tomato slice first in the eggs, then coat in the flour, and lastly the cornmeal mix. Add the tomatoes to the basket of an air fryer and spray the tops with olive oil spray.
• Cook at 400 degrees in the air fryer for 5-6 minutes, then flip over and spray with olive oil and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

source https://therecipecritic.com/air-fryer-fried-green-tomatoes/

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The Rice Cooker That Changed Jake Cohen’s Life

Jake Cohen didn’t care much about Jewish food when he went to culinary school and worked in high end restaurants. But when he met his future husband, Jake was introduced to the Middle Eastern Jewish recipes of his in-laws, like tahdig and kubbeh. Soon, he was mining his own family’s Eastern European Jewish recipes, and putting his spin on matzo ball soup and kasha varnishkes. Earlier this year Jake published his first cookbook, Jew-ish: Reinvented Recipes From A Modern Mensch, and he’s become a social media star. Ahead of Rosh Hashanah (the Jewish New Year), Dan and Jake talk about the controversial ingredient Jake adds to tahdig, whether Rosh Hashanah brisket is overhyped, and why personality is so important in online food videos. //

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Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

Chocolate buttercream frosting is creamy, smooth, rich, and mouthwatering! The chocolate flavor is absolutely incredible and you will want to add it to every single treat that you bake up this fall!

Thick and silky, this rich frosting simply melts in your mouth. This chocolate buttercream will satisfy your chocolate cravings and leave you wanting to try more! So if you are a chocolate lover like me, try out these other chocolate recipes like Double Chocolate Zucchini Brownies, No-Bake Chocolate Pie, and Chocolate Truffles!

Homemade Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

I knew that when I wanted to lick this bowl clean because this chocolate buttercream was so good that I just couldn’t keep this recipe a secret anymore! It is that good! Like, you will want to eat it plain with a spoon good. And maybe you do! No judgment here! It is wonderfully creamy and if you want to take it to the next level, try it out on these chocolate cupcakes. Not only does this frosting taste like heaven, but it also looks absolutely incredible piped into that beautiful swirl onto your cupcake. A thick, creamy layer of frosting is exactly what takes any cupcake to the next level!

If you are familiar with buttercream frosting then you know that it is fast and simple! It can be combined with literally any type of cake. That’s what makes it an excellent go-to! Whether I am baking cupcakes or cake, it has become our most requested topping for any birthday cake in our house. This recipe will make enough for about 24 cupcakes or 1 sheet cake so your options are totally open! In fact, because I know that you will be using this SO often, I have included below some ways that you can make this ahead and store it! So not only do you now have the secret recipe to chocolate heaven, but this tried and true favorite that you can make ahead will make your life a little bit easier. And I know that we all want that!

Chocolate Buttercream Ingredients

Buttercream frosting is something that is easy to make and simple to love! Most of the ingredients you will already have around in your kitchen so there is no excuse to be buying premade frosting at the store! See the recipe card below for a list of exact ingredient measurements.

• Butter: I like to use unsalted and softened butter to make sure that the taste and consistency is perfect!
• Powdered sugar: unlike granulated sugar, this will dissovle quickly without any heat so it creates that silky smooth texture!
• Cocoa powder: Unsweetened cocoa powder is exactly what you need to achieve that amazing chocolate taste!
• Milk: Any kind of milk (skim,1% or 2%) will do!
• Vanilla extract: This will add just the right amount of extra sweetness without being to overpowering.
• Salt: A must have incredient that will keep this from being overly sweet and will enhance the flavor of the other ingredients!

How to Make Chocolate Frosting

If you have 5 minutes, then you have enough time to whip up this amazing homemade topping! It will make all the difference in your baked goods and everyone will be raving about it after they try it!

1. Beat: Beat the butter in the bowl of a mixer until fluffy. Add the powdered sugar and beat slowly until incorporated, increasing the speed to beat it more fully.
2. Mix: Scrape down the sides and the bottom of the bowl and add the cocoa powder, milk, vanilla and salt. Mix on medium high until completely smooth and combined. If the frosting is too stiff, add more milk one tablespoon at a time until it is a pipeable consistency.
3. Pipe: Use this frosting to frost cupcakes, cakes or whatever dessert your heart desires.

Tips for the Best Chocolate Buttercream

Buttercream is simple and easy to make! It tastes SOO good on just about anything. To make sure that this is as easy as possible for you, I have a few tips to make sure that your buttercream turns out perfectly! Read these through before you whip it up and I know that it will!

• Room temperature ingredients: Make sure you start with butter that is room temperature. This will help the butter beat into a smooth, glossy frosting without any clumps of butter.
• Mix slowly: When adding the powdered sugar make sure you start slowly! Go slow until it’s moistened and then begin to increase the speed. That way, you don’t end up with a cloud of powdered sugar in the air and covering everything in your kitchen!

Simple Varitations

There are a few things that you can do to make this chocolate buttercream recipe your own! Here are a few ideas for some variations that you can try to make it fit exactly what you need!

• Darker chocolate: If you prefer dark chocolate go ahead and substitute the cocoa powder for a dark cocoa powder, such as Hershey’s Special Dark.
• Add ins: Try adding in some peppermint extract or some citrus flavors such as lemon, lime or orange! Just do a small bit at a time until it reaches your desired taste. This will switch things up and open the door to so many more tasty desserts!
• Filling: You can not only use this to top off your beautiful cupcakes but you should try filling them with this! Cut a hole out of your cupcakes and put this frosting inside AND on top!

Storing Buttercream

Chocolate Buttercream is rich, sweet, and can be made ahead of time! I know that you are going to love this it so I recommend that you double the recipe! Make a big batch and freeze it to make sure that you always have some on hand. You won’t regret it!

• Room temperature: Place your frosting in an airtight container and it can be stored at room temperature for 2-3 days.
• Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 14 days. Bring to room temperature before use.
• Freezer: You can freeze chocolate buttercream for up to 3 months in an airtight container. Allow to thaw in the fridge and then bring it to room temperature on the counter. If it is a little too soft, mix more powdered sugar into it until it is as stiff as you would like.

More Chocolate Recipes to Love

Chocolate is good no matter what time of year it is. Birthdays, Holidays, you name it and a chocolate dessert will be there! Here are a few of my favorites that are delicious and absolutely chocolate heaven. Take them to a party or bake them to snack on at home. You won’t be disappointed and you will absolutely love them all!

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Chocolate Nutella Cupcakes with Strawberry Whipped Cream

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Cheesecake

Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake

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Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

Chocolate buttercream frosting is creamy, smooth, rich, and mouthwatering! The chocolate flavor is absolutely incredible and you will want to add it to every single treat that you bake up this fall!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword chocolate buttercream, chocolate buttercream frosting

Prep Time 15 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Servings 2 Cups

Calories 1582kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 tablespoons milk more as needed
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

• Beat the butter in the bowl of a mixer until fluffy. Add the powdered sugar and beat slowly until incorporated, increasing the speed to beat it more fully.
• Scrape down the sides and the bottom of the bowl and add the cocoa powder, milk, vanilla, and salt. Mix on medium-high until completely smooth and combined. If the frosting is too stiff, add more milk one tablespoon at a time until it is a pipeable consistency.
• Use this frosting to frost cupcakes, cakes, or whatever dessert your heart desires.

Nutrition

Calories: 1582kcal | Carbohydrates: 193g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 96g | Saturated Fat: 60g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 25g | Trans Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 246mg | Sodium: 321mg | Potassium: 391mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 178g | Vitamin A: 2873IU | Calcium: 82mg | Iron: 3mg

source https://therecipecritic.com/chocolate-buttercream-frosting/

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Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars

Peanut butter and jelly bars have all of the classic flavors you love in one tasty, golden brown piece of heaven. Your family is going to go crazy over these easy and delicious treats!

Bars like these are the perfect solution for busy weeknights when the kids want a sweet treat. For more snacks with big flavor but little effort, give Nanaimo, snickerdoodle, and oatmeal chocolate chip bars a try!

Super Easy Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars Recipe

Peanut butter and jelly is one of those flavor combinations that I find myself coming back to time and time again. There is something about it that is both super nostalgic and just downright delicious. I mean, how can you go wrong with your favorite jam and the rich creaminess of peanut butter? The answer is, you can’t. But you can enhance it by taking those amazing flavors and putting them into a buttery, mouthwatering bar form. With each bite, you sink your teeth into layers of jammy goodness perfectly balanced by a crumbly, buttery crust and smooth, nutty peanut butter. And as if you needed any more convincing…

The best part of this recipe is that you can customize the flavors to your liking. Not a fan of peanut butter? Throw in cashew, almond, or hazelnut butter instead! You can also add in any type of jam or jelly. I personally like using homemade jam for the best possible flavor. No matter what combination you choose, the result is sure to be the perfect balance of nutty and sweet! The other great part of this recipe is that it only takes a few minutes of prep. Simply mix together your crust and filling ingredients, bake, and go! It is perfect for all of my busy readers out there. It also has an all-pantry staple lineup, making your life easier! Delicious, easy, and inexpensive, this is the recipe to put on repeat.

Ingredients for PB&J Bars

I love recipes where I can just stroll into my kitchen and start cooking. Peanut butter and jelly bars are perfect for when you are craving a sweet treat but don’t want to go to the store! Exact measurements for each ingredient can be found below in the recipe card.

• Butter: For this recipe, I use unsalted butter, softened.
• Crunch Peanut Butter: I like using crunchy peanut butter for the texture that it gives, but you can use smooth if you prefer that!
• Brown Sugar: Added for a rich sweetness.
• Egg: Used as a binding agent to give the bars shape.
• Vanilla: Added in to enhance flavor. I use pure vanilla extract for best results.
• All-Purpose Flour: AP flour has a low protein content so it helps keep baked goods light and fluffy.
• Quick Oats: Oats give your bars a tasty texture and a slight nutty flavor.
• Baking Soda: Keeps your bars from becoming too dense.
• Salt: Used to enhance overall flavor of your bars.
• Jam: You can use any jam of your choice!

Making Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars

Making PB&J bars is as easy as it gets! Combined with the pantry staple ingredients, this is the kind of treat you can make any time! My kids love helping me layer the dough and jam. It’s a fun and quick activity that ends in a delicious dessert. There’s nothing better than that!

1. Prep Your Pan: First, preheat the oven to 350°. Spray an 8×8 baking pan with cooking spray and set aside. You can line the baking pan with parchment paper if you would like to lift the bars from the pan before cutting them.
2. Mix Butter, Peanut Butter, and Brown Sugar: Next up, in the bowl of a mixer, use the paddle attachment to beat the butter, peanut butter and brown sugar on medium until combined. Add the egg and vanilla and mix again until smooth.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl whisk together the flour, oats, baking soda and salt. Add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and mix on low just until combined.
4. Layer: Next, gently press 2/3 of the mixture evenly into the bottom of the pan followed by the jam spread evenly on top. The remaining third of the dough can be dropped in small sections over the top of the jam. If it doesn’t fully cover it, don’t worry! It doesn’t need to be completely covered, just evenly spread over the top.
5. Bake: Bake for just about 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
6. Cool and Serve: Lastly, allow to cool before slicing and serving.

Tips for Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars

Peanut butter and jelly bars are a quick, easy dessert that delivers the same nostalgic taste of a PB&J but with a hint of nuttiness from the oats and sweet gooeyness. Here are a few tips to make your bars the BEST! They will be gobbled up in minutes!

• Peanut Butter Variations: If you like crunchy peanut butter, stick with crunchy. If you prefer smooth peanut butter, go ahead and switch it out for smooth! If you like it semi-crunchy, try ¼ cup of crunchy and ¼ cup of smooth. You can also substitute for other nut butters like cashew, hazelnut, and almond.
• Jam Variations: Use your FAVORITE kind of jam in this recipe, or try a new flavor to change it up! Any kind of jam would be absolutely delicious, but I used strawberry because that’s my favorite.
• Quick Oats vs Rolled Oats: If you like a little bit more chew try switching out the quick oats in the recipe for rolled oats. This will change the texture of the peanut butter dough just slightly and give your bars a little bit more chewiness.
• Let Cool Completely: It is best to let your PB&J bars cool completely before cutting. It allows each slice to hold its shape better. Cut too early, and you may be left with a mushy mess and jam everywhere.

How To Store Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars

If you manage to keep these tasty bars around longer than a few hours, they can be stored in an airtight container either on the counter or in the fridge. They are the perfect treats to store and take on the go! They can even be added to school lunches for a twist on a classic staple.

• Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container or in a ziplock bag for up to 5 days.
• In the Fridge: Store in an airtight container or in a ziplock bag for up to 8 days. It’s best to let the bars come to room temperature before serving them.

More Quick and Easy Bar Recipes

These are some of my favorite dessert bar recipes. They are so easy, chewy, and delicious! These are perfect for a crowd, but my personal favorite way to serve them is by making a pan for myself! That is, if they aren’t devoured by my family before I get to them! Whether you want something chocolatey, fruity, or nutty, there is a bar for that!

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Neiman Marcus Bars

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Perfect Lemon Bars

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No Bake Butterscotch Bars

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Chewy Brown Butter Blondies

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Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars

Peanut butter and jelly bars have all of the classic flavors you love in one tasty, golden brown piece of heaven. Your family is going to go crazy over these easy and delicious treats!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword peanut butter and jelly, peanut butter and jelly bars

Prep Time 25 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 55 minutes

Servings 9 Bars

Calories 398kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

• ½ cup unsalted butter softened
• ½ cup crunch peanut butter
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 3/4 cup all purpose flour
• 1 cup quick oats
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon Salt
• 12 ounces jam of your choice

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350°. Spray an 8×8 baking pan with cooking spray and set aside. You can line the baking pan with parchment paper if you would like to lift the bars from the pan before cutting them.
• In the bowl of a mixer, use the paddle attachment to beat the butter, peanut butter, and brown sugar on medium until combined. Add the egg and vanilla and mix again until smooth.
• In a medium bowl whisk together the flour, oats, baking soda, and salt. Add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and mix on low just until combined.
• Gently press 2/3 of the mixture evenly into the bottom of the pan followed by the jam spread evenly on top. The remaining third of the dough can be dropped in small sections over the top of the jam. If it doesn’t fully cover it, don’t worry! It doesn’t need to be completely covered, just evenly spread over the top.
• Bake for just about 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. Allow cooling before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 398kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 337mg | Potassium: 209mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 345IU | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2mg

source https://therecipecritic.com/peanut-butter-and-jelly-bars/

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