Description
Indulge in the nostalgia of your childhood with these delightful Homemade Copycat Nutter Butters! These soft, chewy peanut butter cookies are perfectly sandwiched around a creamy filling that will tantalize your taste buds. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe is not only fun but also a hit with kids and adults alike. Experience the comforting flavors of peanut butter in each bite, and customize the filling to suit your taste.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for topping)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (for filling)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for filling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (as needed for texture)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until it’s light and fluffy.
- Add in your egg and vanilla extract. Mix until everything is well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Roll the dough into small balls about one inch in size, shape them into ovals and press down with a fork to create a crosshatch pattern.
- Sprinkle the tops lightly with sugar and bake for 8–10 minutes until lightly golden around the edges. Allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet.
- While your cookies cool, beat together the creamy peanut butter and softened butter until smooth. Gradually mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until it reaches a creamy consistency, adjusting with milk as needed.
- Once your cookies are cool, spread or pipe the filling onto one cookie's flat side and top it with another cookie.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg