Deliciously Nutty Oatmeal Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies
Indulge in these scrumptious Oatmeal Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies that strike the perfect balance between rich flavors and wholesome ingredients. Featuring a delightful combination of creamy peanut butter, brown sugar, and hearty oats, these cookies are soft, chewy, and incredibly satisfying. Sandwiched together with a smooth, sweet peanut butter filling, they're perfect for sharing with family or keeping all to yourself. Ideal for any occasion, these cookies are sure to become a favorite treat in your home. Bake a batch today and watch them disappear!
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Servings
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Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
1/2 cup (Soften)
Creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup
Sugar
1/2 cup
Brown sugar
1/2 cup (Packed)
Pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
Egg
1
All-purpose flour
3/4 cup
Baking soda
1/2 teaspoon
Baking powder
1/4 teaspoon
Salt
1/2 teaspoon
Quick oats
1 cup
Butter for filling
3 tablespoons (Soften)
Powdered sugar
1 cup
Creamy peanut butter for filling
1/2 cup
Milk
2 tablespoons
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease your baking sheets.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and peanut butter until smooth and fluffy. Gradually add both sugars, continuing to beat until well combined.
3
Mix in the vanilla extract and egg until fully incorporated.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined.
5
Fold in the quick oats until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
6
Using a teaspoon, drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared cookie sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each cookie slightly using a wet fork in a crisscross pattern, creating 1/4 inch thick cookies.
7
Bake for 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool on wire racks.
8
For the filling, beat together the softened butter, powdered sugar, creamy peanut butter, and milk in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
9
To assemble the cookies, spread a generous layer of the filling between two cooled cookies, making delightful sandwiches. Keep them in a cool place, or hide them well from curious hands!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this cookie recipe?
The recipe is for Deliciously Nutty Oatmeal Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies.
What flavor profile can I expect from these cookies?
These cookies offer a rich balance of creamy peanut butter, sweet brown sugar, and hearty oats, resulting in a soft and chewy texture.
What temperature should I preheat my oven to?
You should preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Should the baking sheets be prepared in any specific way?
Yes, you should lightly grease your baking sheets before placing the dough on them.
What is the first step in making the cookie dough?
The first step is to cream together 1/2 cup of softened butter and 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
What types of sugar are used in the cookie dough?
The dough uses both 1/2 cup of regular sugar and 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar.
When should I add the vanilla and egg?
Mix in the vanilla extract and the egg after the butter, peanut butter, and sugars have been well combined.
What dry ingredients do I need to whisk together?
Whisk together 3/4 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
What type of oats are used in this recipe?
This recipe calls for 1 cup of quick oats.
How should the oats be added to the mixture?
The quick oats should be folded in at the end until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
How do I portion the dough onto the baking sheets?
Use a teaspoon to drop spoonfuls of dough onto the sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
How do I create the pattern on top of the cookies?
Flatten each cookie slightly using a wet fork in a crisscross pattern until they are about 1/4 inch thick.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
What should I do once the cookies are finished baking?
Remove them from the oven and allow them to cool completely on wire racks.
What ingredients are in the cookie filling?
The filling consists of 3 tablespoons of softened butter, 1 cup of powdered sugar, 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter, and 2 tablespoons of milk.
How do I prepare the peanut butter filling?
Beat the butter, powdered sugar, peanut butter, and milk together in a bowl until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
How do I assemble the sandwich cookies?
Spread a generous layer of the prepared filling between two completely cooled cookies.
Where should I store these sandwich cookies?
Keep them in a cool place to ensure the filling stays set.
How many ingredients are in this recipe in total?
There are 15 ingredients used across the cookie dough and the filling.
Is creamy or crunchy peanut butter recommended?
The recipe specifically recommends creamy peanut butter for both the dough and the filling.
Does the recipe require vanilla extract?
Yes, 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract is included in the dough.
How much flour is used in the dough?
The dough requires 3/4 cup of all-purpose flour.
Is salt included in the ingredient list?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of salt is used in the dry ingredient mixture.
How much peanut butter goes into the filling?
The filling requires 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter.
What is the purpose of the milk in the filling?
The 2 tablespoons of milk help achieve a smooth and creamy consistency for the filling.
Do I need to pack the brown sugar?
Yes, the recipe specifies 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar.
How thick should the cookies be before baking?
The cookies should be flattened to approximately 1/4 inch thick.
Can I use cold butter?
The recipe recommends softened butter for both the cookie dough and the filling to ensure proper mixing.
What category of dessert do these fall into?
These are categorized as cookies, specifically oatmeal and peanut butter sandwich cookies.
Are these cookies suitable for sharing?
Yes, they are described as perfect for sharing with family or keeping as a special treat for yourself.