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Peanut Butter Jam Bars

Published Jan 6, 2022; Modified May 11, 2023 by Sylvie Taylor

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peanut butter jam bars

Indulge in the perfect combination of sweet and salty with these vegan Peanut Butter Jam Bars. Made with peanut butter, oats, and jam, these bars are a delicious and guilt-free treat for any time of day. Whether you're looking for a quick snack or a dessert that's easy to make, these bars are sure to satisfy your cravings. Best of all, they're completely vegan, so you can enjoy them without any animal products or by-products. Try this recipe today and discover the perfect balance of flavors in every bite!

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These bars are effectively banana bread bars with peanut butter and jam therein and one of my taste testers said they are the ‘best thing I’ve made yet’. Big words and I’ll let you decide for yourself!

Why you’ll love these

Vegan-friendly

These bars are completely vegan, making them a perfect dessert option for those who are following a vegan diet. With no animal products or by-products, these bars are a guilt-free indulgence that everyone can enjoy.

Easy to make

With only a few simple ingredients, this recipe is easy to make and perfect for beginner bakers. The bars can be made quickly and easily, making them the perfect snack or dessert option for busy weeknight evenings.

Delicious and satisfying

The combination of peanut butter and jam is classic for a reason, and these bars are no exception. With a sweet and salty flavor that is perfect for satisfying cravings, these bars are a delicious and satisfying snack or dessert option that everyone will love.

Ingredients and substitutions for Peanut Butter Jam Bars

  • Peanut butter: Plain smooth peanut butter was used here, no added sugar or salt because that is the best! You can substitute with plain crunchy peanut butter if you prefer or use whatever you have on hand.
  • Rolled oats: Plain uncooked rolled oats are used here though you could substitute half almond flour or almond meal and plain or gluten free flour if you want to make this completely gluten free.
  • Peanuts: Dry roasted were used here, though this adds a more savory flavor so you can definitely substitute with raw peanuts.
  • Jam: Raspberry jam is my favorite which is why it was used here, but to be honest, any jam you prefer such as blackcurrant, strawberry, or blackberry would work well in these bars in equal measure.

See recipe card for quantities.

Equipment needed to make this

Mixing bowl: You’ll need a mixing bowl to make the batter, which thankfully is a one bowl wonder.

Baking tin: A 18x18 cm or 7x7 inch square baking tin works well here to ensure your bars aren’t too thin with the amount of batter in the recipe.

Offset spatula: A small offset spatula will help you smooth out the base and that jam center.

FAQ’s for the best Peanut Butter Jam Bars

How long will these last?

Kept covered at room temperature, these bars will last up to 4 days - any longer and you might want to pop them into your fridge.

Can these be made gluten free?

Definitely! The best substitute half almond flour or almond meal and gluten free flour.

More peanut recipes you’ll enjoy

No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Bars

Chocolate Peanut Butter Slice

Peanut Brownies

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How to make Peanut Butter Jam Bars:

Preheat oven to 180C/350 and line a baking tin with greaseproof paper.

Place the bananas into your bowl and mash until fine.

Add in the 135 grams / 1 ½ cups rolled oats, peanut butter and roasted peanuts to your bowl and stir until fully combined and no dry portions remain in your bowl.

Spoon ⅔’s of the batter into your tin and spread out evenly.

Place in the oven to bake for 10 minutes.

Remove and spread over the raspberry jam evenly.

Add the remaining rolled oats to the batter and stir to combine until it resembles a rough crumb mixture.

Take spoonfuls of the dough and drop on top of the jam, leaving gaps here for the jam filling to peek through.

Bake for 20 minutes or until lightly golden.

Allow to cool fully before removing and slicing evenly.

Dig in!

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Peanut Butter Jam Bars

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  • Author: Sylvie Taylor
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 10
  • Category: Bars & Slices
  • Diet: Vegan
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Description

These Peanut Butter Jam Bars are made with peanut butter, oats, and jam, these bars are a delicious and guilt-free treat for any time of day.


Ingredients

340 grams / 3 medium bananas, peeled
135 grams / 1 ½ cups rolled oats + 30 grams / ⅓ cup for topping
120 grams / ½ cup peanut butter
150 grams / ½ cup roasted peanuts
100 grams / ⅓ cup raspberry jam


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180C/350 and line a baking tin with greaseproof paper.
  2. Place the bananas into your bowl and mash until fine.
  3. Add in the 135 grams / 1 ½ cups rolled oats, peanut butter and roasted peanuts to your bowl and stir until fully combined and no dry portions remain in your bowl.
  4. Spoon ⅔’s of the batter into your tin and spread out evenly.
  5. Place in the oven to bake for 10 minutes.
  6. Remove and spread over the raspberry jam evenly.
  7. Add the remaining rolled oats to the batter and stir to combine until it resembles a rough crumb mixture.
  8. Take spoonfuls of the dough and drop on top of the jam, leaving gaps here for the jam filling to peek through.
  9. Bake for 20 minutes or until lightly golden.
  10. Allow to cool fully before removing and slicing evenly.
  11. Dig in!

Notes

Recipe by Roamingtaste


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 283 calories per serve

Keywords: oat baking, bars, jam baking

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