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Sweet Summer PB&J Stuffed Cookies!

Whip up some delightful summer treats with ease! These PB&J stuffed cookies are perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Chill Time 3 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 33 minutes
Servings 12 cookies
Calories 324 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Electric Beaters
  • Waxed Paper or Cling Wrap
  • Wire Rack

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup shortening
  • 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 0.25 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 Tablespoon milk
  • 0.25 cup strawberry jam or your favorite berry jam!

Instructions
 

  • Get Ready to Bake: Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure your cookies don't stick.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, simply whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt until they're nicely blended.
  • Mix in the Good Stuff: Add the shortening and creamy peanut butter to your dry mixture. Using electric beaters (or a sturdy spoon), mix until the dough resembles coarse, delicious crumbs.
  • Form the Dough: Pour in the light corn syrup and milk. Continue mixing until a soft, cohesive dough forms that's easy to handle.
  • Shape and Chill: Gently shape this lovely dough into a log, about 2 inches in diameter. Wrap it snugly in waxed paper or cling wrap. Place it in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours to firm up, or if you're in a hurry, pop it in the freezer for 1 hour. This chill time is essential for perfectly neat cookies!
  • Slice and Fill: Once your dough is properly chilled, unwrap the log and slice it into neat ¼-inch thick rounds. Arrange half of these cookie slices about 3 inches apart on your prepared baking sheet.
  • Add the Jammy Center: Spoon a small teaspoon of your favorite strawberry jam onto the center of each cookie slice on the sheet. Be mindful not to overfill!
  • Seal Them Up: Place the remaining cookie slices on top of the jam-filled ones, forming little sandwiches. To seal them securely and add a charming touch, gently press around the edges of each cookie with a fork.
  • Bake to Perfection: Bake in your preheated oven for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the edges are just lightly golden brown.
  • Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before carefully moving them to a wire rack to cool completely. These delicious, moist cookies store wonderfully in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Notes

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 13 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours 33 minutes
Servings: 1 dozen (12 cookies)
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: 324 kcal
Carbohydrates: 47g
Fat: 14g
Protein: 4g
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