Peanut Butter And Jam Bars

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   Place an oven rack in the middle position. Preheat the oven to 350u00b0F (180u00b0C). Lightly butter a 9-inch square baking pan.

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   To make the crust: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Add the butter and peanut butter, then mix with your hands until the mixture forms moist crumbs. Reserve 1 cup and set aside. Firmly press the remaining mixture into the bottom of the pan. Bake until golden, about 20 minutes.

3. 3

   Let the crust cool slightly while you prepare the filling.

4. 4

   To make the filling: Using the same large bowl, stir together the peanut butter, butter, confectioners' sugar, vanilla, and salt until combined and smooth. Spread over the baked crust. Drop tablespoons of jam onto the peanut butter filling and then use a butter knife to swirl the two together. Scatter the reserved crumbs over the top.

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   Bake until the crumbs are deep golden brown and the filling is almost set, about 25 minutes. Set the pan on a wire rack to cool. Cut into bars while still warm. Cool completely before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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