Peanut Butter and Jelly Cookies
Craving a nostalgic treat with a gourmet twist? Dive into the world of Peanut Butter and Jelly Cookies, a delightful American classic that's sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
- 1¼ cups (6¼ oz/177 g) all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (8 oz/225 g) smooth peanut butter
- ½ cup (4 oz/115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (6 oz/170 g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (3 oz/85 g) dark brown sugar
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon whole milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ⅔ cup (3½ oz/94 g) salted and roasted peanuts, chopped
- ½ cup (5 oz/142 g) seedless raspberry jam (or your preferred flavor)
Instructions
Stand or Hand Mixer
- To efficiently cream the butter, peanut butter, and sugars, a stand mixer or hand mixer can save you time and effort.
Mixing Bowls
- A set of mixing bowls in various sizes for combining dry and wet ingredients separately.
Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Precise measurements are crucial for baking success, so having a complete set of measuring tools is essential.
Cookie Scoop or Tablespoon
- For consistent cookie sizing, a cookie scoop or tablespoon measure helps create uniform cookies that bake evenly.
Baking Sheets
- Two baking sheets lined with parchment paper to prepare and bake the cookies in batches.
Cooling Rack
- To allow the cookies to cool properly after baking, preventing them from becoming soggy on the bottom.