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Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich Cookies – A Nostalgic Treat

soft and tender peanut butter jelly cookies are the perfect treat for any special occasion or celebration

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These Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich Cookies take the classic PB&J to the next level! Soft, chewy peanut butter cookies are filled with sweet, fruity jam, making them the perfect nostalgic treat for kids and adults alike. Great for snacking, parties, or as a unique peanut butter jelly appetizer!

Ingredients

For the Peanut Butter Cookies:

✅ 1 cup (240g) creamy peanut butter
✅ ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
✅ ¾ cup (150g) brown sugar
✅ ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
✅ 1 large egg
✅ 1 tsp vanilla extract
✅ 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
✅ ½ tsp baking soda
✅ ½ tsp baking powder
✅ ¼ tsp salt

For the Jelly Filling:

✅ ½ cup (120g) strawberry or raspberry jam (or preferred jelly)
✅ 1 tbsp powdered sugar (for a thicker consistency)

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Peanut Butter Cookie Dough

1️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ In a large bowl, beat butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
3️⃣ Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until incorporated.
4️⃣ In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
5️⃣ Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.

Step 2: Shape and Bake the Cookies

6️⃣ Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
7️⃣ Flatten each ball slightly with a fork in a crisscross pattern.
8️⃣ Bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden.
9️⃣ Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.

Step 3: Prepare the Jelly Filling

🔟 Stir jam and powdered sugar until smooth. If too thick, warm in the microwave for 5-10 seconds.

Step 4: Assemble the Sandwich Cookies

1️⃣1️⃣ Spread 1 teaspoon of jam on the bottom of one cookie, then top with another cookie.
1️⃣2️⃣ Gently press to create a sandwich and repeat with remaining cookies.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy!

1️⃣3️⃣ These cookies are perfect for snacking, dessert, or as a peanut butter jelly appetizer at parties!

Notes

  • For extra crunch: Use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy.
  • Chill the dough for 15 minutes if it’s too soft to handle.
  • Try different jams! Raspberry, apricot, or even Nutella make great variations.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.