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Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars

peanut Butter and Jelly Squares
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Written By: The Old Farmer’s Almanac Editors The Almanac Editors and Staff
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makes 9 to 12 servings
Category
Cookies and Bars
Course
Desserts
Sources
Hearth and Home Calendar

Turn a favorite sandwich into an irresistible treat! These Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars feature a sweet layer of jam nestled between crumbly peanut butter and oat layers. They’re easy to make with kids and perfect for lunchboxes, after-school snacks, or casual gatherings. Use any flavor of jam or jelly you love.

Ingredients
1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
7 tablespoons margarine, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1-1/4 cups flour
1-1/4 cups quick-cooking oats
3/4 cup all-fruit variety strawberry jam

Instructions

  1. Cream peanut butter, margarine, and sugar until light and fluffy. Add flour and oats and mix well. 
  2. Press half of the mixture into an 8x8-inch baking pan. 
  3. Gently spread jam over mixture. Layer remaining oat mixture over jam and press lightly. 
  4. Bake at 300°F for about 40 minutes.

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Comments

<span>Alberta Brower</span> Wed, 10/28/2009 - 08:21
This sounds easy and yummy. I look forward to trying it.