French Crème Peanut Butter Cookies

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 4
Delicious French Crème Peanut Butter Cookies for your sweet tooth cravings
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Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup butter , softened
1/2 cup Crisco
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 egg , beaten
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cream of tartar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
30
Calories
180
Sugar
10g
Fat
12g
French Crème Peanut Butter Cookies are a delicious twist on the classic peanut butter cookie recipe. The addition of butter and Crisco gives them a soft and delicate texture, while the peanut butter creates a rich and nutty taste. These cookies are perfect as a snack or as a dessert and are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth cravings. They are easy to make and the recipe yields approximately 30 cookies, making them the perfect treat to bring to a party or to share with friends and family. Be warned though, they are so delicious you might not want to share!

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, Crisco and peanut butter together until light and fluffy.
2.Add in the powdered sugar and vanilla and mix well.
3.Beat in the egg until well combined.
4.In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, salt, and cream of tartar and then slowly add to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
5.Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
6.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7.Roll the dough into 1 inch balls and flatten with a fork to create a criss-cross pattern.
8.Bake for 7-9 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden.
9.Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

These cookies are soft, chewy and packed full of peanut butter flavor.

They are easy to make and well loved by children and adults.

The recipe yields a good amount of cookies, so they are great for feeding a crowd.

CONS

These cookies are high in calories and fat and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

They are not suitable for those with peanut allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although they are not the healthiest of snacks, these cookies are a good source of protein and dietary fiber due to the peanut butter content.
The nuts contain heart-healthy fats and are also rich in nutrients such as magnesium, iron and vitamin E.

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