Miniature Peanut Butter Treats Recipe
Description: These delightful miniature peanut butter treats are a cherished family recipe passed down by one of my daycare mothers. Perfect for holiday gift baskets or any time you’re craving a sweet treat, these cookies are adored by both kids and adults alike. With a prep time of just 30 minutes (excluding chilling time), they’re quick and easy to whip up whenever the craving strikes!
- Total Time: 39 minutes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Servings: 42 cookies
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (1 review)
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/2 cup | Butter |
| 1/2 cup | Brown sugar |
| 1/2 cup | Granulated sugar |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1/2 cup | Creamy peanut butter |
| 1/2 tsp | Vanilla |
| 1 1/4 cup | Flour |
| 3/4 tsp | Baking soda |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 42 | Miniature peanut butter cups |
Instructions:
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Combine Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the butter (1/2 cup), brown sugar (1/2 cup), granulated sugar (1/2 cup), egg (1), creamy peanut butter (1/2 cup), and vanilla (1/2 tsp). Beat the mixture until smooth.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the flour (1 1/4 cup), baking soda (3/4 tsp), and salt (1/2 tsp).
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Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, stirring until well combined.
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Chill Dough: Cover the dough and chill it in the refrigerator until firm.
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Form Dough Balls: Once the dough is chilled and firm, roll it into walnut-sized balls.
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Prepare Muffin Tin: Grease a miniature muffin tin and place each dough ball into a muffin cup.
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Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 8 to 9 minutes or until lightly golden.
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Add Peanut Butter Cups: Remove the cookies from the oven and gently press a miniature peanut butter cup into the center of each cookie.
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Cool: Allow the cookies to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Enjoy: Once cooled, serve and enjoy these delightful miniature peanut butter treats!
These cookies are not only delicious but also relatively low in calories, with each cookie containing approximately 108 calories. They’re a perfect indulgence for any occasion, whether it’s a holiday gathering or a simple family treat. With a perfect rating of 5 stars, you can trust that these cookies will be a hit with everyone who tries them. So, gather your ingredients and start baking up a batch of these irresistible miniature peanut butter treats today! 🍪
