Peanut Butter "Snickerdoodles"

Recipe View 5 mins Prepare & Preheat: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper for easy release and cleanup. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 7 mins Cream Together: In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This step is crucial for a tender cookie. (5-7 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Mix in the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, until well combined. Ensure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. (2-3 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. This ensures even distribution of leavening agents. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Combine Wet & Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to a tough cookie. (3-5 minutes)

Recipe View 20 mins Assemble the Cookies: Scoop approximately 1/4 cup of dough per cookie. Flatten slightly and wrap the dough around a fun-size candy bar, ensuring it's completely enclosed. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, leaving at least 2-3 inches between each cookie to allow for spreading. (15-20 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Press & Sprinkle: Gently flatten each cookie with a fork in a cross-hatch pattern, making sure the cookie dough is still fully covering the candy bar. Sprinkle each cookie generously with granulated sugar. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 14 mins Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set. (12-14 minutes)

Recipe View Cool & Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy these warm or at room temperature!