Description
These Peanut Butter Stuffed Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with a creamy peanut butter filling inside. Perfectly golden on the edges and tender in the center, these homemade cookies combine classic buttery dough with a rich, sweet peanut butter surprise. Easy to prepare and irresistible to eat, they make a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Peanut Butter Filling
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. This creates the perfect base for your cookie dough. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually incorporate these dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing.
- Prepare Peanut Butter Filling: In a small bowl, mix the creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until you get a smooth, spreadable peanut butter filling that will go inside the cookies.
- Assemble Cookies: Take about 1 tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten it slightly in your palm. Spoon a small teaspoon of the peanut butter filling onto the center of the dough, then cover it with another small piece of dough. Roll gently into a ball and place on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat until all dough and filling are used.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the edges turn lightly golden. The centers might still look soft but will firm up as the cookies cool.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them onto a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set without breaking apart.
- Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy these peanut butter stuffed delights warm or at room temperature, paired perfectly with a glass of milk or your preferred beverage.
Notes
- You can substitute creamy peanut butter with natural peanut butter, but the filling may be less sweet and slightly less smooth.
- For a crunchier texture, add chopped peanuts into the peanut butter filling.
- If you prefer chocolate, adding a teaspoon of cocoa powder to the dough can create a delicious twist.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.
- Make sure not to overbake to keep the cookies soft and chewy.
