Peanut Butter Cookie Sandwiches are the perfect treat for peanut butter lovers.
These decadent delights combine soft, chewy peanut butter cookies with a creamy peanut butter filling, creating a heavenly sandwich cookie that’s hard to resist.
Whether you’re looking for a sweet snack or a dessert to impress, these cookies are sure to satisfy your cravings.
Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies
A Cookie Sandwich with the goodness of peanut butter. 🍪🥜
Ingredients
- 113 g unsalted butter, soft but cool (1/2 cup)
- 113 g shortening (1/2 cup)
- 226 g creamy peanut butter (1 cup)
- 200 g brown sugar (1 cup)
- 200 g granulated sugar (1 cup)
- 3 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 400 g all-purpose flour (3 cups + 6 tbsp)
- Finely chopped peanuts (optional)
- 113 g creamy peanut butter (1/2 cup)
- 240 g powdered sugar (2 cups)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 5–7 tbsp milk
Instructions
1. Prepare the Peanut Butter Cookies:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream together the softened butter, shortening, and peanut butter on medium-low speed until smooth.
- Add both the brown and granulated sugars to the mixture, continuing to cream on medium-low speed until well combined.
- Mix in the vanilla extract, then add the eggs one at a time, beating on medium-low speed until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until the dough forms.
- Using a tablespoon-sized scoop, portion out the dough and roll each piece into a smooth ball. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Lightly press the tops of each cookie with a fork in a criss-cross pattern, being careful not to flatten them too much. Optionally, sprinkle finely chopped peanuts on top.
- Bake for 7-9 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake, as this will result in a crisper cookie.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. Let them cool completely, about 20 minutes.
2. Make the Peanut Butter Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Start mixing on low speed, gradually adding 5 tablespoons of milk. Continue to mix until the filling is smooth and spreadable, adding additional milk a half-tablespoon at a time if needed.
- The filling should be creamy but thick enough to hold its shape without being runny.
- I sometimes like to add a small amount of cardamom powder to the filling to add a bit of flavor.
3. Assemble the Cookie Sandwiches:
- Once the cookies are completely cool, spread a generous amount of peanut butter filling on the flat side of half of the cookies.
- Top each filled cookie with another cookie, flat side down, and gently press until the filling reaches the edges.
- Enjoy your Peanut Butter Cookie Sandwiches immediately, or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
FAQs
1. Can I make these cookies without shortening?
Yes, you can replace the shortening with an equal amount of butter, but the texture might be slightly different. Shortening helps create a softer, more tender cookie.
2. How do I keep the cookies soft and chewy?
Be careful not to overbake the cookies. They should be slightly underbaked when you take them out of the oven, as they will continue to firm up as they cool.
3. Can I freeze the cookies?
Yes, you can freeze both the baked cookies and the assembled sandwich cookies. Wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and place them in an airtight container before freezing.
4. What type of peanut butter works best for this recipe?
Creamy peanut butter is recommended for both the cookies and the filling. Avoid natural peanut butter, as it can separate and affect the texture of the cookies.
5. Can I add chocolate to the filling?
Absolutely! You can mix in mini chocolate chips or a drizzle of melted chocolate into the peanut butter filling for a delicious twist.
