Description
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of a classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich with a twist. These Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the beloved flavors of peanut butter and fruit jam in a soft, chewy cookie form.
Ingredients
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Cookies:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Filling:
- 1/2 cup fruit jam or jelly (such as grape, raspberry, or strawberry)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Prepare the dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, sugars, and peanut butter. Add the egg and vanilla, then gradually mix in the dry ingredients until combined.
- Shape and bake: Roll dough into balls, flatten with a fork, and bake for 8–10 minutes until golden.
- Assemble: Spread jam on one cookie, sandwich with another, and dust with powdered sugar if desired.
- Serve: Enjoy your peanut butter and jelly sandwich cookies!
Notes
- You can use crunchy peanut butter or almond butter for variety.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich cookie
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
