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Homemade Nutter Butters

Homemade Nutter Butters: Irresistibly Soft Cookie Sandwiches

These Homemade Nutter Butters are soft, chewy peanut butter cookie sandwiches with a rich filling, perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure freshness
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt sea salt can be used
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter can substitute with margarine or coconut oil
  • 0.75 cups light brown sugar dark brown sugar can be used
  • 0.75 cups creamy peanut butter opt for natural peanut butter
  • 1 large egg a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract can use vanilla bean paste
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar for rolling
For the Peanut Butter Filling
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter
  • 0.75 cups creamy peanut butter
  • 1.5 cups powdered sugar decrease for less sweet filling
  • 2 tablespoons milk non-dairy milk for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Homemade Nutter Butters
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and kosher salt until well combined.
  3. Cream together unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and creamy peanut butter using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  4. Add egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and mix until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
  6. Form the dough into 1.5-tablespoon-sized balls and roll them in granulated sugar.
  7. Place logs on the baking sheet, flatten slightly with a fork and create a pinch in the center.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned.
  9. Beat together unsalted butter and creamy peanut butter, then mix in powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract for the filling.
  10. Once cookies have cooled, spread filling on one cookie and top with another to create a sandwich.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate for extended freshness.

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