Description
Indulge in the rich, nostalgic flavors of classic Nutter Butter cookies with this easy Copy Cat Nutter Butter recipe. This homemade version features a crunchy peanut butter cookie exterior, generously filled with a smooth, creamy filling that perfectly balances sweetness and nuttiness. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a sweet treat on cozy nights, these cookies are sure to impress! With straightforward instructions and simple ingredients, even novice bakers can create these delightful cookies in no time. Get ready to whip up a batch that rivals the store-bought favorites and brings smiles to family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy. Add peanut butter and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared sheets, flattening them slightly with a fork.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown; let cool before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg