Peanut Butter Shortbread Cookies

These scrumptious Peanut Butter Shortbread Cookies are a dream come true for peanut butter lovers. With a rich, creamy flavor and a crumbly texture, they’re perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

Plus, they’re incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients and no special techniques.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 sticks (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• Optional: chopped peanuts or peanut butter chips for garnish

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, cream the butter and peanut butter until smooth and creamy.

Beat in the confectioners’ sugar and granulated sugar until well combined.

Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking soda.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.

Cut into desired shapes using a cookie cutter.

Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each cookie. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

If desired, garnish with chopped peanuts or peanut butter chips before serving.

Notes

Make sure to use high-quality peanut butter for the best flavor. Don’t overmix the dough, as it can lead to tough cookies.

If you’re having trouble getting the dough to come together, try refrigerating it for a few minutes to firm it up.

To ensure the cookies retain their shape, chill them in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before baking. Keep an eye on the cookies while they’re baking – they can go from perfect to burnt quickly! If you choose to garnish with chopped peanuts or peanut butter chips, do so immediately before serving, as they can make the cookies soggy if left on for too long.

Nutrional Value

• Calories: 240
• Total Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 20mg
• Sodium: 50mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 31g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 10g
• Protein: 4g