Description
Candy Corn Peanut Butter Cookies are a delightful autumn treat that merges the rich, nutty flavor of peanut butter with the playful sweetness of candy corn. Perfect for Halloween parties or cozy evenings, these chewy cookies will evoke nostalgia and bring joy to any gathering. With their vibrant colors and unique flavor combination, they are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup candy corn
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in candy corn gently.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cooling on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg