Peanut Butter & Jelly Cookies
Peanut Butter & Jelly Cookies are a nostalgic treat that combines the creamy richness of peanut butter with a sweet dollop of jelly. These soft, chewy cookies are easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients. Perfect for lunchboxes, parties, or as an afternoon snack, they will delight both kids and adults alike. Bake a batch today and enjoy the warm flavors of childhood in every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: About 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup jelly or jam (your choice)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in peanut butter until combined, then add egg and vanilla extract.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets, creating an indentation in each cookie. Fill with jelly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden; let cool before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg