These homemade Nutter Butters are such a fun and nostalgic treat! This healthier version is made with only 3 ingredients. They are bursting with fresh peanut butter flavor!
The famous Nutter Butters recall? Toasty, crispy cookies filled with moist and tasty peanut butter and a touch of chocolate are such a cool childhood. We have come up with these homemade Nutter Butters so that you can feel them with real food ingredients!
They have a lot of peanut butter taste in them. They only need 3 ingredients, and you can make them in just 20 minutes. Kids love them!
Why You’ll Love This Nutter Butters Recipe
- Only 3 ingredients are what you need to make these homemade Nutter Butters so quickly.
- This recipe takes only 20 minutes from beginning to end.
- Real peanut butter, both in the cookies and the filling, is the star of the show, and it turns into a delicious nutty flavor that nobody can resist.
- Get ready for an exciting excursion! Besides, you can explore new nut butter blends, trigger your creativity by adding a few chocolate chips, or give them a decadent cover by dipping them in chocolate.
- The handy list of ingredients needed for this simple recipe is short, and it doesn’t require real baking techniques, therefore, it can be made either by starters or by cooking masters.
- They are cookies that are completely free of grains, gluten, eggs, and dairy products, thus being rightly classified as vegan, and they don’t contain any refined sugar at all.
- They are great for many diets and lifestyles. So are these Peanut Butter Eggs!
- Check out these Peanut Butter Brownies for another delicious dessert recipe!
Ingredients & Substitutes
These are the main ingredients and substitutions for these homemade nutter butter cookies. Scroll down to the recipe card for the full ingredients list and instructions. Choose all-natural creamy peanut butter for the best flavor and texture. If you are nut-free, use sunflower butter. Pure maple syrup adds natural sweetness. If needed, use honey or date syrup.
Almond flour adds a slightly nutty flavor. We have not tried this recipe using another flour, but whole wheat may work.
Ingredients of Nutter Butters Recipe
- 1 1⁄2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 1 tsp. cornstarch
- 1⁄2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- Peanut Butter Filling
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3⁄4 cups confectioner’s sugar
- 1⁄4 cup heavy cream
- 1 1⁄2 tsp. vanilla
Directions Step By Step of Nutter Butters Recipe
- Before you start, it is important to set your oven to 350°F and place a sheet pan with a parchment paper lining on the countertop. You can do these steps and set them aside temporarily.
- In a bowl, blend the flour, baking soda, and cornstarch using a whisk. You can do this part and set it aside.
- In another big bowl, first, using an electric stand mixer equipped with a paddle attachment, blend the butter and the brown sugar until you achieve a creamed texture. Whip them for roughly 2 minutes or until they are airy and fluffy without any lumps.
- Include the peanut butter in the sugar and butter mixture and/or cream it smoothly. Use a spatula to scrape the sides of the bowl.
- Mix the egg and vanilla with the butter mixture and continue mixing till it forms a fluffy, homogeneous mass.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix just until a nice, soft dough forms. Scrape down the sides of the bowl one last time to make sure everything has been mixed well.
- Divide dough into pieces of about 1 Tbsp. each. Form a ball with each part of the dough. Each ball of dough is rolled into a log form of about 3″ long. With the palm of your hand, flatten each log into a long disk shape. Use your fingers to tigh the middle sides of the log to form a peanut shape.
- As soon as you are done with the peanut form, you can position the cookie on the sheet that is prepared, and then you should use a fork to create grid marks evenly up and down the cookie.
- After that, you will do the same for each cookie. The cookie will be set on the prepared cookie sheet with two cookies separated by 2", and then it will be baked for 9-10 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Make sure that the cookies are completely cooled down before you put the filling in.
- Peanut Butter Filling
- The preparation of the peanut butter filling is done by mixing the peanut butter, confectioner’s sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla through the creaming method. The creaming is done until the mixture looks very smooth without lumps. Add more heavy cream if your mixture is too thick (this may vary depending on the peanut butter brand).
- Transfer the filling to a piping bag and fill the bottom side of one cookie at a time, then top with another cookie facing up. Repeat this process for each cookie.
- Enjoy!
Taste & Texture
These homemade Nutter Butters have a strong peanut butter flavor!
The cookies are mostly soft, with slightly chewy edges.
The filling is extra smooth and creamy!
How to Make Nutter Butters Recipe
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
First, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir together.
Step 3: Shape the Dough
Roll the dough into ½ inch sized balls. Place 2 balls next to each other on the lined pan. Continue for the remaining dough.
Step 4: Create the Pattern
Gently press down on each ball with a fork, creating a criss-cross pattern.
Step 5: Bake to Perfection
Next, bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until just set around the edges.
Step 6: Cool Down
Remove the pan from the oven.
Step 7: Assemble & Serve
Once the homemade Nutter Butters are fully cooled, spread peanut butter on half the cookies. Top with the other half of the cookies. Serve!
Expert Tips for Success Nutter Butters Recipe
- Follow these tips and tricks to make the best homemade Nutter Butters. First, choose peanut butter made from only peanuts and salt.
- Use almond flour. It allows the cookies to remain soft.
- Make the cookie dough balls small. They tend to hold together better once baked.
- Allow these gluten-free Nutter Butters to fully cool before adding the filling.
Flavor Variations & Add-Ins
The classic peanut butter flavor is simply unbeatable, but why not be a little artistic and make your own Nutter Butters:
Chocolate-Dipped: Instead of simply being left behind, half of the sandwich cookies can be dipped in melted chocolate for the first time.
Almond Joy: Coconut flakes instead of peanut butter enhance the Island flavor of almond butter in the bedroom.)
Spice It Up: The key to your cookie being different and gaining an exotic scent is only this little quantity of nutmeg and cinnamon.
How to Serve & Store Nutter Butters Recipe
Having a glass of milk, a cup of your favorite coffee, or eating Nutter Butters just alone are all good ways to enjoy these homemade ones.
At room temperature, they can be stored for a maximum of 4 days in an airtight container or refrigerated for a week.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I use natural peanut butter?
Yes, we recommend using natural peanut butter for these homemade Nutter Butters!
Is there a nut-free version?
Certainly! A delicious and delightful substitute for nut butter is sunflower seed butter, which gives a nut-free yet rich taste and a pleasing texture.
Recipe!
Homemade Nutter Butters
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- pan
- 9×13-inch baking dish
- oven
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp Baking soda
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 Eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Peanut Butter Filling
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3/4 cup confectioner’s sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 tbsp vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper then set aside
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- In a separate large bowl using an electric mixer or a stand mixer fit with the paddle attachment, cream together the butter and brown sugar. Mix for about 2 minutes or until light and fluffy with no lumps.
- Add the peanut butter to the sugar and butter mixture and continue to cream together until smooth. Use a silicone spatula to scrape down the sides of the bowl as you go.
- Add the egg and vanilla to the butter mixture and continue to mix until well combined. Add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix just until a nice, soft dough forms. Scrape down the sides of the bowl one last time to ensure that everything has been incorporated evenly.
- Scoop the dough into about 1 Tbsp. sized pieces. Roll each piece into a ball. Next, roll each dough ball into a log about 3″ long. Use the palm of your hand to flatten each log into a long disk shape. Pinch the middle sides of the log to create the peanut shape. Use the images above to help guide you.
- Once the peanut shapes are ready, place the cookie onto the prepared cookie sheet then use a fork to create score marks evenly up and down the cookie.
- Repeat these steps for each cookie. Place each cookie about 2″ apart on the prepared cookie sheet then bake for 9-10 minutes or until golden brown on the edges.
- Allow the cookies to cool completely before filling.
Peanut Butter Filling
- To make the peanut butter filling, cream together the peanut butter, confectioner’s sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla. Cream until the mixture is nice and smooth and there are no lumps. Add more heavy cream if your mixture is too thick (this may vary on peanut butter brands).
- Transfer the filling to a piping bag and fill the bottom side of one cookie at a time then top with another cookie facing up. Repeat this process for each cookie.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Expert Tips for Success
- Follow these tips and tricks to make the best homemade Nutter Butters. First, choose peanut butter made from only peanuts and salt.
- Use almond flour. It allows the cookies to remain soft.
- Make the cookie dough balls small. They tend to hold together better once baked.
- Allow these gluten-free Nutter Butters to fully cool before adding the filling.