Homemade Nutter Butters

Homemade Nutter Butters are a delightful recreation of the classic peanut butter sandwich cookies, offering a rich, nutty flavor that’s even better than the store-bought version. These cookies feature two crisp, buttery peanut cookies sandwiched together with a smooth, creamy peanut butter filling. Perfect for peanut butter lovers, these cookies are the ultimate indulgence, balancing sweet and salty in every bite. Whether you’re making them for a special treat or just to satisfy a craving, Homemade Nutter Butters are easy to prepare and sure to become a favorite in your cookie jar.

Ingredients:

For the Cookies:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Filling:

• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1-2 tablespoons milk (as needed)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Make the Cookie Dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.
3. Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
4. Shape the Cookies: Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 teaspoon of dough each, and place them on the prepared baking sheets. Flatten each ball with a fork, making a crisscross pattern to mimic the classic Nutter Butter shape. Alternatively, shape the dough into small ovals and press with a fork to create a more traditional look.
5. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, beat together the peanut butter and softened butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until well combined. Add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the filling reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency.
7. Assemble the Cookies: Once the cookies are completely cool, spread a generous amount of peanut butter filling on the flat side of one cookie, then sandwich it with another cookie.
8. Serve and Store: Enjoy the Homemade Nutter Butters immediately, or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

These Homemade Nutter Butters are a nostalgic and delicious treat, perfect for sharing with family and friends or enjoying as a sweet indulgence any time of day.