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Homemade Copycat Nutter Butters Recipe

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This homemade copycat Nutter Butters recipe delivers delicious peanut butter sandwich cookies with a soft, chewy texture and creamy peanut butter filling. Featuring a classic crisscross patterned peanut butter cookie paired with a rich, sweet peanut butter cream, these treats are easy to make and perfect for snack time or dessert.

Ingredients

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For the Cookies

  • 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
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Filling

  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 to 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons milk (as needed for texture)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow easy cleanup.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened unsalted butter, creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This typically takes about 2-3 minutes and creates a smooth base for the cookies.
  3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Crack in the egg and pour in the vanilla extract. Mix well until fully incorporated into the creamed mixture, ensuring an even texture.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute leavening and seasoning in the dough.
  5. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
  6. Shape Cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, then gently shape each ball into an oval shape to mimic the classic Nutter Butter cookie form. Place each shaped dough piece onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
  7. Create Texture and Sugar Topping: Using a fork, press down on each cookie in a crisscross pattern to create the characteristic Nutter Butter texture. Lightly sprinkle the tops with granulated sugar for a subtle sparkle and sweet crunch.
  8. Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until they are just golden around the edges. Be careful not to overbake to keep them soft.
  9. Cool Cookies: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set without breaking.
  10. Prepare Filling: In a medium bowl, beat together the creamy peanut butter and softened unsalted butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition. Add milk 1 tablespoon at a time until the filling reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency.
  11. Assemble Cookies: Once cookies are fully cooled, spread or pipe the peanut butter filling onto the flat side of one cookie. Top with another cookie to form a sandwich. Repeat this process with all the cookies and filling.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter is properly softened for easier creaming with sugars and peanut butter.
  • Do not overbake the cookies; they should be golden at the edges but still soft in the middle for the best texture.
  • Adjust milk quantity in the filling to reach your preferred creaminess for piping or spreading.
  • You can store the assembled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
  • For a stronger peanut flavor, use natural peanut butter without added sugar.

Keywords: peanut butter cookies, homemade nutter butters, peanut butter sandwich cookies, copycat cookies, dessert recipe

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