Description
These homemade sandwich cookies capture the nostalgic essence of the classic oat-and-peanut-butter treat with a wholesome, loaded texture. Featuring a crisp, golden-brown oat base and a velvety smooth peanut butter filling, they offer a perfect balance of salty and sweet in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar in a medium bowl until the mixture is pale and fluffy.
- Beat in the chunky peanut butter, egg, vanilla extract, and salt until the base is thoroughly combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and rolled oats to ensure even distribution.
- Gently stir the dry ingredients into the peanut butter mixture until just combined, being careful not to overwork the dough.
- Roll the dough to a quarter-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface and cut out rounds using a 1-inch circular cutter.
- Arrange the rounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet and chill in the freezer for 10 minutes to help them hold their shape.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 to 13 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to rest on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Whisk together the smooth peanut butter and powdered sugar, then sandwich a small amount of filling between two cooled cookies.
Notes
To ensure your cookies have the perfect snap, verify that your rolled oats are fresh and haven’t absorbed excess moisture from the pantry. If the dough feels too soft to handle after mixing, a brief stint in the refrigerator can make the rolling and cutting process much cleaner. Always allow the cookies to reach room temperature before assembling to prevent the peanut butter filling from softening and losing its structure.
- Prep Time: 25 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American