Butterfinger Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible Butterfinger Peanut Butter Cookies! A delightful twist on a classic, these chewy cookies are packed with crunchy Butterfinger pieces and creamy peanut butter flavor. Perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth, they're surprisingly easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Get the recipe now!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 191.2 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for Butterfinger Peanut Butter Cookies

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How to Make Butterfinger Peanut Butter Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter, ½ cup creamy peanut butter, and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in 1 ½ cups crushed Butterfinger candy bars.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
  8. Press down gently with a fork to create a criss-cross pattern.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

39g

Fat

20g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Butterfinger Peanut Butter Cookies?

Butterfinger Peanut Butter Cookies takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Butterfinger Peanut Butter Cookies?

Butterfinger Peanut Butter Cookies has approximately 191.2 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 17 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Butterfinger Peanut Butter Cookies?

The key ingredients for Butterfinger Peanut Butter Cookies are Shortening, Butter, Peanut Butter, Granulated Sugar, Eggs, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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