Soft Homemade Peanut Butter Oreos
Soft Homemade Peanut Butter Oreos are a delightful treat that combines soft, chewy chocolate cookies with a luscious peanut butter filling. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies evoke childhood nostalgia and are incredibly simple to make. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, these cookies are sure to impress and satisfy your sweet cravings!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until slightly set but still soft. Allow to cool before adding the peanut butter filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added texture, swap creamy peanut butter for crunchy variety. Experiment with fillings like Nutella or flavored creams for unique variations. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.