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Homemade Copycat Nutter Butters Recipe

Homemade Copycat Nutter Butters Recipe

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Learn how to make delicious Homemade Copycat Nutter Butters with this easy recipe. These peanut butter sandwich cookies are a nostalgic treat that you can enjoy making at home.

Ingredients

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Cookies:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for topping)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Filling:

  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 12 tablespoons milk (as needed for texture)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg and vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients and mix into a dough.
  5. Shape dough: Roll dough into small balls, shape into ovals, and press with a fork. Sprinkle with sugar.
  6. Bake cookies: Bake for 8–10 minutes until golden, then let them cool.
  7. Make filling: Beat peanut butter and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk to reach desired consistency.
  8. Assemble cookies: Spread or pipe filling on one cookie and sandwich with another.

Notes

  • You can customize the filling by adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for freshness.

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Keywords: Homemade Nutter Butters, Copycat Recipe, Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies