SARAH'S PB AND J CHOCOLATE BARS

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 3 dozen bars

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 stick unsalted butter
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 large egg, beaten
1 sleeve saltines (40 crackers, regular or whole wheat), finely crushed
3/4 cup finely chopped roasted peanuts
1/4 cup grape jelly
7 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon unsalted butter, softened
1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped

Steps:

  • Make the base: Line an 8-inch square baking pan with foil, extending it over the sides. Put the butter in a medium heatproof bowl; position the bowl over a saucepan of barely simmering water (the bowl should not touch the water). Once the butter melts, stir in the sugar and cocoa. Whisk in the egg; cook, whisking, until the mixture is warm and the consistency of hot fudge, 6 minutes. Remove from the heat; mix in the saltine crumbs and peanuts. Press the crust into the pan. Set aside the saucepan of water.
  • Make the filling: Spread the jelly over the crust in the pan; place in the freezer for a few minutes. Beat 5 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon butter, the peanut butter and confectioners' sugar with a mixer until light. Spread over the jelly layer; return to the freezer while you make the glaze.
  • Place the chocolate and the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a heatproof bowl; set over the pan of simmering water and stir until the chocolate is melted. Remove from the heat; stir until smooth. When cool but still runny, spread the glaze over the chilled peanut butter layer. Freeze for another 30 minutes.
  • Use the foil flaps to remove the bars from the pan; cut into squares while still cold. Serve cold and keep leftovers refrigerated.

Jack Marcos
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These bars are the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and chocolatey. I can't get enough of them!


Pranty Bhuiyan Mow
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I've never made chocolate bars before, but these were surprisingly easy to make. I'm definitely going to be making them again.


R 4 Roast
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These bars are a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen. They're easy to make, and kids love to help.


Bir MUNNA
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I'm not a huge fan of peanut butter, but I still enjoyed these bars. The chocolate and jelly are a great combination.


Sean Sanders
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These bars are perfect for a picnic or potluck.


icitiffaiars wa
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I love that these bars can be made ahead of time. It's so convenient to have a sweet treat on hand when I need one.


Willison Akurugu
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These bars are a great way to use up leftover peanut butter and jelly.


Aiden Solimine
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my bars didn't turn out as well as I hoped. I think I might have overcooked them.


Razvan taimoor
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These bars are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still pretty good.


Kaitesi Joan
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I wasn't sure how peanut butter, jelly, and chocolate would taste together, but I was pleasantly surprised! These bars are amazing.


Jonezyx9x81
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These bars are the perfect treat for any occasion. I've made them for birthday parties, potlucks, and even just as a snack for myself.


Raja Umar
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I love how easy these bars are to make. I can whip up a batch in no time, and they're always a hit with my family and friends.


S.R Sonaly Queen
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These were delicious! The chocolate was rich and creamy, and the peanut butter and jelly filling was the perfect amount of sweetness.


Md Forhsd Forhad
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I've made these bars several times now, and they're always a hit! They're so easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Shahibul islam
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These Sarah's PB&J Chocolate Bars were an absolute delight! The combination of peanut butter, jelly, and chocolate was heavenly, and the bars were the perfect balance of sweet and salty.