Best 5 Brown Sugar Peanut Butter Shortbread Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful world of Brown Sugar Peanut Butter Shortbread, a harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors. This delectable treat combines the comforting warmth of brown sugar with the rich, nutty goodness of peanut butter, resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Each bite reveals a perfect balance of flavors, complemented by a buttery, crumbly texture that will tantalize your taste buds.

This recipe offers two variations to satisfy every palate. The Classic Brown Sugar Peanut Butter Shortbread is a timeless classic, featuring a generous layer of peanut butter sandwiched between two layers of shortbread. For those who prefer a more decadent experience, the Chocolate Peanut Butter Shortbread Variante incorporates rich, dark chocolate, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Both variations are easy to follow, requiring simple ingredients and straightforward steps. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is designed to guide you effortlessly through the process. With detailed instructions, helpful tips, and stunning visuals, you'll be able to create these irresistible shortbread cookies that will impress family and friends alike.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BROWN SUGAR SHORTBREAD



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These rich buttery cookies have just three ingredients! They're a snap to make for a last-minute gift or when guests will be arriving on short notice. For best results, gradually stir the flour into the dough. -Shirley Gardiner Clearwater, Manitoba

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually stir in flour and mix well. Turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth, about 3 minutes. Pat into a 1/3-in.-thick rectangle measuring 11 in. x 8 in. , Cut into 2-in. x 1-in. strips. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Prick with a fork. , Bake at 300° for 25 minutes or until bottoms are lightly browned. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 90mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

BROWN SUGAR PEANUT BUTTER SHORTBREAD



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Provided by Sarah Belk

Categories     easy, dessert

Time 50m

Yield Eight to ten servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup unbleached flour
1/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 tablespoons (1 stick) cold, unsalted butter, diced into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 cup good-quality, cold, lightly salted, smooth peanut butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • In a food processor, mix flour, sugars, cornstarch and salt. Add butter, peanut butter and vanilla and pulse 15 to 18 times, until dough just comes together when pressed. (Dough will be crumbly; do not overprocess.)
  • Pat dough into a nonstick or lightly buttered 9-inch round cake pan. Prick dough all over with a fork at 1-inch intervals.
  • Bake for 35 minutes, or until deep golden brown. Mixture will look bubbly. Place on a rack and cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Cut into 8 wedges while still warm. Cool to room temperature before serving. Serve with sweet-potato ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 207, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 63 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams, TransFat 0 grams

PEANUT BUTTER SHORTBREAD COOKIES



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Enjoy the most peanuttiest peanut butter cookie you'll ever taste, cuz, it's all peanut butter.

Provided by Pat Lenaghan

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Peanut Butter Cookie Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups natural peanut butter
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Mix in the order given. Spoon onto cookie sheet and gently press into cookie shape. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes until golden. NOTE: You can add choclate chips to half the recipe for an awesome taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.1 calories, Carbohydrate 45.9 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 135.3 mg, Sugar 39.1 g

PEANUT BUTTER SHORTBREAD COOKIES



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Another excellent recipe by Diana Rattray who says: "these cookies are easy to prepare and they're egg-free. Drizzle melted chocolate over these shortbread cookies for the holidays. Use a food processor or electric chopper to chop the peanuts for this recipe." I just posted this good recipe for Ms. B and want to share it here. Enjoy it.

Provided by pink cook

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 dozens, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
2/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
3/4 cup peanuts, very finely chopped (use roasted or honey-roasted peanuts for better flavor)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F Combine the butter, peanut butter, and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl; beat with electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Beat in vanilla.
  • Slowly beat or stir in the flour and cornstarch until mixture holds together. Blend in the very finely chopped peanuts.
  • Roll out on a lightly floured board to about 1/4-inch thickness and cut with cookie cutters and place on an ungreased baking sheet or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Or, shape the dough into small balls and place on a cookie sheet, dip the flat bottom of a glass in granulated sugar, and flatten gently to about 1/4 inch thickness.
  • Bake for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until cookies are set and bottoms just begin to brown. Cool on the pan for 5 minutes then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.3, Fat 27.3, SaturatedFat 11.9, Cholesterol 40.7, Sodium 75.1, Carbohydrate 38.6, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 13.6, Protein 8.8

PEANUT BUTTER SHORTBREAD



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Make and share this Peanut Butter Shortbread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by grandma2969

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 15 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • beat butter and peanut butter at medium speed with mixer till creamy -- gradually add sugar, beating well.stir in vanilla.
  • combine flour and salt, gradually add to butter mixture -- beating at low speed till blended.
  • roll dough to 1/2" thickness on lightly floured surface.cut with desired cutter.and place 2" apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • bake at 275* for 45 minutes -- .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.1, Fat 13.7, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 24.4, Sodium 146.8, Carbohydrate 23.1, Fiber 1, Sugar 7.9, Protein 4.2

Tips:

  • Use unsalted butter to control the amount of salt in the cookies.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help the cookies be tender.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
  • Bake the cookies until the edges are just starting to brown. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion:

These brown sugar peanut butter shortbread cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual gathering to a holiday party. With their simple ingredients and classic flavor combination, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you are looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give these brown sugar peanut butter shortbread cookies a try.

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