Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I love these bars because:

They pack that iconic peanut butter + chocolate combo in every bite.
No rolling, no scooping—just press one pan of dough and voilà.
The Kisses melt into truffle-like pockets—warm, gooey, and irresistible.

ingredients

(Here’s a tip: Check out the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

All-purpose flour
Baking soda
Salt
Unsalted butter, softened
Creamy peanut butter
Granulated sugar
Brown sugar
Eggs
Vanilla extract
Hershey’s Kisses (about 20–24, unwrapped)
Extra sugar or sparkling sugar for sprinkling (optional)

directions

Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Grease a 9×13″ baking pan.
Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
In a stand or handheld mixer, beat butter and peanut butter until creamy. Add both sugars and beat until fluffy (about 5 minutes).
Beat in eggs one at a time, then vanilla. Add dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle with a little sugar if desired.
Bake 20–25 minutes, until light golden and set.
Quickly press unwrapped Hershey’s Kisses into the warm bars (approximately one per square).
Cool completely (chill in fridge or freezer speeds it up), then slice into bars.

Servings and timing

I slice into 20–24 bars.

Prep time: ~20 minutes
Bake time: ~22 minutes
Cooling time: ~30–60 minutes (or quicker with chilling)
Total time: ~1½ hours

Variations

Chocolate lovers’ version: Stir in chocolate chips before baking for extra richness.
Nutty twist: Use chunky peanut butter or stir in chopped peanuts for texture.
Different toppings: Replace Kisses with peanut butter cups or caramel-filled chocolates.
Sparkly finish: Sprinkle with coarse or sparkling sugar for a festive crunch.

storage/reheating

I store these at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 5 days. No reheating needed—they’re perfect straight from the jar or fridge.

FAQs

Can I use natural peanut butter?

Yes, but choose a creamy, well-stirred natural PB. It may yield slightly softer texture.

Can I freeze them?

Definitely—slice and freeze in a sealed container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

Do Kisses melt if I press them too early?

They soften from residual heat, but that’s perfect—it makes them melty without losing shape. Chill slightly before slicing to firm up.

Can I make these in a smaller pan?

Yes—use an 8×8″ pan for thicker bars; bake until set (add ~5 minutes).

Are these gluten-free?

You can easily make a GF version by swapping in a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.

Conclusion

Peanut Butter Blossom Bars are one of my favorite no-fuss desserts—comforting, nostalgic, and irresistible. They’re perfect for holiday trays, bake sales, or whenever I’m craving that peanut butter-chocolate combo without the rolling. Easy to bake, easy to share, and always a hit.