Homemade Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies
Delightful Homemade Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies with a creamy filling, perfect for cozy evenings and family gatherings.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- wire rack
- Small bowl
Ingredients
Cookie Base
- 1 cup peanut butter Choose based on your texture preference.
- 1 cup sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference.
- 1 large egg Provides structure to the cookies.
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
Filling
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk Adjust milk quantity for desired filling consistency.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
- Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on a wire rack.
Filling and Assembly
- In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar and milk until smooth to create the filling.
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread a layer of the peanut butter filling on the flat side of one cookie and top with another cookie.
Serving
- Serve your homemade peanut butter sandwich cookies with milk or your favorite warm beverage.
Notes
For perfect cookies, use your favorite type of peanut butter and adjust sugar for sweetness level. Store in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g
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