Description
Indulge in the nostalgia of childhood with these delightful PB&J Stuffed Cookies. Combining soft peanut butter cookie dough with a sweet jelly filling, these cookies are perfect for any occasion—be it family gatherings, parties, or simply a cozy night at home. With their chewy texture and customizable flavors, they bring joy to both kids and adults alike. Baking these treats is easy and fun, making them an excellent project for baking with children. Get ready to impress friends and family with these irresistible cookies that are sure to become a beloved favorite!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup jelly (grape or strawberry)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together peanut butter, softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients until smooth.
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough, flatten into discs, and place half on the baking sheet.
- Add about 1 teaspoon of jelly in the center of each disc.
- Top with another disc of dough and seal the edges by pressing down firmly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Allow cooling for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 44g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg