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These Homemade Copycat Nutter Butters bring the perfect balance of creamy peanut butter flavor with a soft, tender cookie that melts in your mouth. They capture the nostalgic taste of the classic snack but with a fresh, homemade touch that you can customize to your liking.
I first whipped these up on a lazy afternoon when I was craving that distinct peanut buttery goodness. Now theyre my go to treat whenever I want something sweet and comforting without buying a package.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter: softened for richness and smooth texture
- Creamy peanut butter: to deliver that classic nutty flavor throughout the cookie and filling
- Granulated sugar and brown sugar blend: for sweetness and a subtle caramel note
- Large egg: binds the dough and adds moisture
- Vanilla extract: enhances flavor depth
- All-purpose flour: provides structure to the cookie
- Baking soda: helps the dough rise gently, giving a tender crumb
- Salt: to balance the sweetness and enhance flavor
- Powdered sugar: in the filling gives it that silky smooth sweetness
- Milk: added to the filling to adjust creaminess to the perfect spreadable texture
Instructions
- Scoop the dough:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Prepare tablespoon sized scoops of dough and place them about two inches apart on the baking sheet to allow room for spreading.
- Create the texture:
- Gently press each dough ball with a fork, making a crisscross pattern on top. This step not only gives the cookies their signature look but helps them bake evenly.
- Bake the cookies:
- Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for ten to twelve minutes until the edges begin to turn golden. Do not overbake or the cookies will lose their softness. Let them rest on the baking sheet for five minutes after baking to set.
- Prepare the filling:
- While the cookies cool, beat creamy peanut butter, softened unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until completely smooth. Add one to two tablespoons of milk a little at a time until the filling is creamy and spreadable.
- Assemble the cookies:
- Once the cookies are fully cool, spread a generous layer of filling onto the flat side of half of the cookies. Top them with the remaining cookies to create little peanut buttery sandwiches. For an extra touch, sprinkle some granulated sugar on top of the filled cookies before serving.
The peanut butter in the filling is my favorite part because it’s rich without being overly sweet. Making these cookies always reminds me of sharing snacks with my siblings growing up. The smell of cookies baking and that classic peanut butter taste never gets old.
Storage Tips
Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week to maintain softness and freshness. If you want to save them longer, place them in the freezer and thaw before enjoying.
Ingredient Substitutions
Swap creamy peanut butter for natural peanut butter, but expect a thinner filling so you may need less milk. Brown sugar can be replaced with coconut sugar for a slightly different but delightful caramel note.
Serving Suggestions
These cookies pair wonderfully with cold milk, coffee, or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert. Consider adding a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on the filling for a salty sweet combo that is irresistible.
These copycat Nutter Butters bring a bit of childhood charm to your kitchen with every bite. They are easy enough to bake anytime but special enough to impress friends and family alike.
Your Recipe Questions Answered
- → What ingredients give the cookies their creamy texture?
Unsalted butter and creamy peanut butter combined with granulated and brown sugars create a moist, rich dough.
- → How can I achieve the classic cookie crisscross pattern?
Gently flatten each dough ball with a fork pressed twice in perpendicular directions before baking.
- → What is the best way to make the filling spreadable?
Beat peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla; add milk gradually until smooth.
- → How long should the cookies cool before filling?
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- → How should leftover cookies be stored?
Place cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them fresh for up to a week.
- → Can I substitute ingredients to reduce sweetness?
Reducing sugars may affect texture and flavor, but you can slightly lower the sugar amounts while maintaining balance.