Best 5 Peanut Butter Crunch Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors and textures presented by these delectable peanut butter crunch cookies, a delightful treat that brings together the best of both worlds - the rich, nutty goodness of peanut butter and the satisfying crunch of crisp cereal flakes. These cookies are not just any ordinary sweet treat; they are a journey through a landscape of taste and texture, leaving you captivated from the first bite to the last.

This collection of recipes offers a variety of options to suit every palate and preference, ensuring that every bite is an adventure. Whether you crave the classic combination of peanut butter and chocolate chips, the sweet and tangy burst of cranberries, or the irresistible allure of white chocolate chips, these recipes have got you covered. Each recipe is carefully crafted to deliver a unique flavor profile, ensuring that your taste buds are tantalized and your sweet cravings are satisfied.

As you embark on this culinary expedition, you'll discover the secrets behind creating the perfect peanut butter crunch cookie. From the precise balance of ingredients to the optimal baking time, every detail is meticulously explained, guiding you towards achieving that perfect harmony of flavors and textures.

So, prepare your taste buds for a delightful extravaganza as you delve into the world of peanut butter crunch cookies. Let your senses be captivated by the symphony of flavors and textures, and experience the joy of creating these delectable treats in your own kitchen.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

PEANUT BUTTER CRUNCH COOKIES



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We didn't have any chocolate chips in the house, but we did have a bag of Nestle® Crunch candy bars meant for Halloween! Add that to an existing peanut butter oatmeal recipe, with a few modifications, and peanut butter crunch cookies are born!

Provided by dextraphy

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Oatmeal Cookie Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup butter, softened
½ cup peanut butter
½ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup white sugar
1 egg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup rolled oats
¾ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
8 mini crisped rice chocolate bars (such as Nestle® Crunch bar), roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Beat butter and peanut butter together in a bowl using an electric mixer until creamy and smooth; beat in brown sugar and white sugar until incorporated. Add egg and vanilla to creamed butter mixture and mix until smooth.
  • Whisk oats, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together in a separate bowl; stir into creamed butter mixture until just incorporated. Carefully fold chocolate bars into dough. Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.4 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Cholesterol 14.7 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 97.1 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

PEANUT BUTTER CRUNCH COOKIES



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"The next time you're craving peanut butter cookies try this variation with oats and Grape-Nuts. I think it's even better than the regular cookies, which I like a lot." -Jack Horst of Westfield, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup quick-cooking oats
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup Grape-Nuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, peanut butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, oats, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in Grape-Nuts., Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 3 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Flatten slightly with a fork dipped in flour. Bake at 350° for 9-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 56 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 54mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CRUNCH COOKIES



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Provided by Food Network

Time 23m

Yield 5 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 15

or 3/4 cup Crisco® Butter Flavor All-Vegetable Shortening
3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup Jif® Creamy Peanut Butter
2 large egg
1 tsp. vanilla extract
Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray
3/4 stick Crisco® Baking Sticks Butter Flavor All-Vegetable Shortening
2 cups quick rolled oats
1 cup Pillsbury BEST® All Purpose Flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
3/4 cup milk chocolate chips
3 (2.1 oz.) chocolate covered crisp peanut buttery candy bars*, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces

Steps:

  • HEAT oven to 375 degrees F. Coat cookie sheets with no-stick cooking spray.
  • BEAT shortening, brown sugar, granulated sugar, peanut butter, eggs and vanilla in large bowl on medium speed of electric mixer until well blended. Combine oats, flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt in small bowl. Gradually mix into shortening mixture at low speed just until blended. Cover and chill 30 minutes.
  • STIR in chocolate chips and candy bars. Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto prepared cookie sheets. Bake 8 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool 2 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.
  • *Butterfinger candy bars were used in recipe testing.

MOM'S PEANUT BUTTER CRUNCH COOKIES



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My mom first made these cookies for me back in 1979 when I was just in kindergarden. These unique peanut butter cookies feature the addition of Shredded Wheat cereal which adds a delicious and tasty "crunch" in every bite!

Provided by Harley Seashell Pri

Categories     Dessert

Time 24m

Yield 60 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

20 frosted mini-wheats cereal
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter, soft
1 cup peanut butter
3/4 cup white sugar
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Oven@ 350 Crush cereal into shreds.
  • Set aside.
  • Mix flour, soda and salt; set aside.
  • Mix rest of ingredients.
  • Beat until light and fluffy.
  • Fold in dry ingredients; mix well.
  • Drop by tablespoons full onto ungreased cookie sheat.
  • Criss-cross flatten with a fork.
  • Bake for 14 minutes.

PEANUT BUTTER CRUNCH COOKIES



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Make and share this Peanut Butter Crunch Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by katew

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 12-16 cokies

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 egg
3/4 cup peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla essence
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups Rice Krispies
1/2 cup chopped peanuts

Steps:

  • Heat oven 375°F.
  • Using electric mixer, cream butter and sugar.
  • Add egg, peanut butter and vanilla.
  • Sift together flour, salt and baking soda.
  • Add to butter mixture, beat till incorporated.
  • Fold in rice crispies and nuts.
  • Form dough into 1 1/2 inch balls.
  • Place on lined baking sheets 2 ins apart.
  • Gently press cookies down with back of fork.
  • Bake till golden brown - approx 15 - 18 minutes.
  • Cool on sheets for 5 minutes , then transfer to wire racks.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use high-quality peanut butter. A natural, unsweetened variety will give the cookies the best flavor.
  • If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the sugar mixture by dropping a small amount into a glass of cold water. If the mixture forms a hard ball, it is ready.
  • Be careful not to overmix the cookie dough, as this will make the cookies tough.
  • For a chewier cookie, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • If you don't have a wire rack, you can cool the cookies on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.

Conclusion:

Peanut butter crunch cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a sweet snack, give these cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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