Description

Indulge your sweet tooth with these Homemade Nutter Butters, a delightful twist on the classic peanut butter cookie. Soft-baked cookies are lovingly sandwiched around a creamy peanut butter filling, creating a perfect balance of crunch and creaminess that will have everyone coming back for more. Ideal for gatherings, snacks, or cozy nights in, this easy recipe is perfect for bakers of all levels.

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 cup light brown sugar
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 large egg
1/4 cup unsalted butter (for filling)
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (for filling)
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 Tablespoons milk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
In another bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and peanut butter using an electric mixer until smooth.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well mixed.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until fully incorporated.
Roll tablespoon-sized portions into balls and place on lined baking sheets. Flatten slightly with a fork.
Bake for about 10 minutes or until lightly golden.
For the filling, beat together softened butter, peanut butter, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
Once cookies have cooled completely, spread filling on half of the cookies and sandwich them with the remaining cookies.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie sandwich (50g)
Calories: 200
Sugar: 13g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: For gluten-free options, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend. You can use crunchy peanut butter for added texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.