Peanut Butter Cookie Dough is a fun and delicious treat that everyone will love! Whether you want a quick snack or something sweet to top off your day, this cookie dough is perfect. It’s easy to make and tastes just like your favorite cookies before they bake!
Why Make This Recipe
Making Peanut Butter Cookie Dough is a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth without a lot of fuss. Plus, it’s packed with that incredible peanut butter flavor that makes it irresistible. You can enjoy it right from the bowl or get creative by adding it to other desserts. It’s perfect for family movie nights or a fun weekend treat!
How to Make Peanut Butter Cookie Dough
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 3/4 cup of creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup of salted sweet cream butter, softened
- 3/4 cup of light brown sugar, tightly packed
- 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons of heavy cream
- 1 1/2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups of chopped mini peanut butter cups
Directions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and softened butter until creamy.
- Add the light brown sugar and granulated sugar, mixing until well-combined.
- Stir in the flour and heavy cream until a dough forms.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and chopped mini peanut butter cups.
- Enjoy the cookie dough raw or use it in other recipes.
How to Serve Peanut Butter Cookie Dough
You can serve Peanut Butter Cookie Dough in a bowl with a spoon for a fun and casual dessert. It’s also great as a topping on ice cream or used in milkshakes for a peanut butter explosion!
How to Store Peanut Butter Cookie Dough
Store any leftover cookie dough in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze it for up to three months. Just make sure to wrap it tightly!
Tips to Make Peanut Butter Cookie Dough
- Make sure your butter is softened so it mixes well with the peanut butter.
- For an extra treat, add some chocolate chips or sprinkles into the mix.
- You can adjust the amount of sugar if you like it less sweet or want to try different varieties.
Variation
You can swap the creamy peanut butter for crunchy peanut butter if you like a bit of texture. You can also mix in different candies or nuts for added flavor!
FAQs
1. Can I eat the cookie dough raw?
Yes! This Peanut Butter Cookie Dough is safe to eat raw since it doesn’t contain eggs.
2. How long can I store the cookie dough?
You can keep the dough in the fridge for up to a week or freeze it for up to three months.
3. Can I bake this dough?
Yes! If you want to bake it, just scoop it onto a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-12 minutes. Enjoy your freshly baked cookies!
