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Peanut Butter and Jelly Traybake served on a plate with milk and jam.

Gooey Peanut Butter and Jelly Traybake Recipe Everyone Will Love

This Peanut Butter Jelly Traybake is the ultimate comfort dessert! It transforms the nostalgic PB&J combo into a warm, gooey, and buttery treat that’s perfect for any occasion. With a soft peanut butter base and swirls of fruity jelly, every bite is packed with flavor. Easy to make and impossible to resist, this traybake is a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for more.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

For the Base:

  • 1 cup (225g) creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups (160g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

For the Topping:

  • 1 cup (250g) fruit jelly or jam (grape or strawberry)
  • 1/2 cup (120g) peanut butter, melted

Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix the Base: In a large bowl, cream together peanut butter, softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
3️⃣ Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
4️⃣ Combine Dry & Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold it into the wet mixture until just combined.
5️⃣ Spread the Batter: Pour batter into the prepared pan, smoothing it evenly.
6️⃣ Swirl in the Jelly: Drop spoonfuls of jelly on top, then use a knife to swirl it into the batter.
7️⃣ Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
8️⃣ Cool & Drizzle: Let it cool, then drizzle melted peanut butter over the top. Slice and serve!

Notes

  • Use room-temperature ingredients for a smooth batter.
  • Swap creamy peanut butter for crunchy if you love extra texture!
  • Try raspberry, apricot, or mixed berry jam for a unique twist.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temp for up to 3 days or freeze for later.
  • Author: Anna Gomez
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Per Serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

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