Description
These PB&J Stuffed Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the classic flavors of peanut butter and jelly in a soft and chewy cookie form. Perfectly nostalgic and easy to make, these cookies are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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Cookies:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
Filling:
- ½ cup jelly or jam (grape, strawberry, or your favorite)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat and Prep – Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Make the Cookie Dough – Cream together peanut butter, softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract, beat until well mixed.
- Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients – In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
- Step 4: Assemble the Cookies – Flatten dough into discs, place jelly in the center, top with another disc, press edges together, and crimp with a fork.
- Step 5: Bake – Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden. Let cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: Approximately 250 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg