Fluffernutter Cookies Recipe

This recipe outlines the steps to create classic Fluffernutter Cookies, a sweet treat that combines the flavors of peanut butter and marshmallow. The ingredients required include 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter, softened; 1 cup of granulated sugar; 1 cup of packed light brown sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract; 3 cups of all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon of baking soda; and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. For the filling, 1 cup of marshmallow fluff and 1 cup of creamy peanut butter are needed.

The preparation begins by preheating the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and lining baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large bowl, the softened butter is creamed with both granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy. This is followed by beating in the eggs one at a time, then stirring in the vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, the flour, baking soda, and salt are whisked together. The dry ingredients are gradually added to the wet ingredients and mixed until just combined, forming a cohesive dough.

For the filling, the marshmallow fluff and peanut butter are thoroughly mixed in a medium bowl until smooth. The cookie dough is then divided into 2-inch balls. Each dough ball is flattened slightly, and a tablespoon of the peanut butter-marshmallow mixture is placed in the center. The dough is then carefully folded over the filling and sealed to enclose it completely, forming a ball. These filled dough balls are then placed on the prepared baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart.

The cookies are baked for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft. Once baked, they are allowed to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before being transferred to a wire rack to cool completely. This recipe yields approximately 24 cookies, offering a delightful combination of chewy cookie dough with a gooey, sweet, and nutty center. The Fluffernutter Cookie is a popular variation of the classic peanut butter cookie, enhanced by the addition of marshmallow.