Preheat oven to 375. Prep a 13 x 9-inch pan with a thin layer of non-stick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, stir to combine flour, sugar, and baking powder.
Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut in butter until the dough resembles coarse crumbs.
Add egg; stir until mixture is smooth.
Press half of dough evenly into bottom of baking pan.
Spread jelly evenly over the dough.
Sprinkle with 1 cup of peanut butter chips.
Crumble remaining dough on top.
Bake for 30 - 35 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
Remove from oven; immediately sprinkle with remaining peanut butter chips, pressing chips down slightly.
Allow bars to cool fully before slicing and serving.
