Homemade Copycat Nutter Butters Recipe
These homemade copycat Nutter Butters are delicious peanut butter sandwich cookies with a soft, chewy texture and a creamy peanut butter filling. Perfect for peanut butter lovers, this recipe replicates the classic snack using simple ingredients and straightforward steps, resulting in a delightful treat that pairs well with milk or tea.
- Author: rami
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 sandwich cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Cookie Dough
- 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
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (as needed for texture)
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Cream Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which usually takes about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the large egg and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and fully combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough forms and is fully incorporated.
- Shape Cookies: Roll the dough into small balls about 1 inch in size. Then, shape each ball into an oval shape. Press down on the cookies with a fork to create the classic crosshatch pattern on top. Lightly sprinkle granulated sugar over the tops for a slight crunch and sweetness.
- Bake Cookies: Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare Filling: While the cookies cool, beat together the peanut butter and softened butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy. Add milk one tablespoon at a time to achieve the desired creamy consistency for spreading.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Once the cookies are fully cooled, spread or pipe the peanut butter filling onto the flat side of one cookie. Top with another cookie to form a sandwich. Repeat until all cookies are filled.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the butter is softened but not melted before creaming with sugars.
- Use creamy peanut butter for a smoother dough and filling; chunky peanut butter will alter texture.
- If the filling is too thick, add milk slowly to reach the desired spreadable consistency.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- These cookies freeze well, both baked and assembled; thaw at room temperature before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich cookie (2 cookies with filling)
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
Keywords: Nutter Butters, peanut butter cookies, sandwich cookies, homemade peanut butter cookies, copycat cookie recipe