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Snickers Peanut Butter Cookies
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 18 cookies 1x
Description
Soft and chewy peanut butter cookies loaded with chopped Snickers bars for a candy-studded surprise in every bite. Sweet, salty, gooey, and totally irresistible!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/4 cups chopped Snickers bars (about 4 regular bars)
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts, sea salt for topping, mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment or silicone mats.
- Beat butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes).
- Mix in egg and vanilla extract until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold in chopped Snickers and any optional add-ins.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are golden and centers still soft.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients. Don’t overbake! Try freezing chopped Snickers before cutting for cleaner chunks. Store in airtight container or freeze for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: snickers, peanut butter cookies, candy cookies, dessert, soft cookies
What Are Snickers Peanut Butter Cookies?
These are soft and chewy peanut butter cookies, loaded with chunks of chopped Snickers bars. They have a sweet-salty balance, rich chocolate notes, a bit of caramel gooeyness, and that undeniable crunch from peanuts and nougat. Every cookie is a layered bite of nostalgia and indulgence.
I love these for so many reasons, but mostly because they take something familiar—peanut butter cookies—and give them a candy-lovers twist that makes them impossible to resist.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Sweet, salty, chewy & crunchy—every texture in one bite
No chill time! (Yes, really!)
Perfect for bake sales, birthdays, or a weeknight treat.
You only need basic pantry staples + a few Snickers bars.
What Do Snickers Peanut Butter Cookies Taste Like?
These cookies are melt-in-your-mouth tender, thanks to the creamy peanut butter, but also have delightful bites of caramel and nougat from the candy pieces. The edges are golden and slightly crisp, the centers soft and gooey, and every mouthful is dotted with melty chocolate. The smell when they’re in the oven? Unreal.
Ingredients
Here’s everything you need to whip up a batch of these candy-stuffed cookies:
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 1/4 cups chopped Snickers bars (about 4 regular bars)
Optional Add-Ins
1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts (for extra crunch)
A sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking
Mini chocolate chips for even more chocolatey goodness
Tools You’ll Need
Mixing bowls (one large, one medium)
Hand or stand mixer
Rubber spatula
Measuring cups and spoons
Baking sheet
Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
Wire rack for cooling
Ingredient Substitutions
No stress if you’re missing something! Here are some smart swaps:
Peanut butter: You can use almond or cashew butter, but make sure it’s not the natural kind that separates.
Butter: Substitute with margarine or plant-based butter for a dairy-free option.
Snickers: Try Milky Way + chopped peanuts, or even chopped Twix for a fun variation.
How to Make Snickers Peanut Butter Cookies
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat & prep:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment or silicone mats.
2. Cream the fats and sugars:
In a large bowl, beat the butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
3. Add egg & vanilla:
Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
4. Combine the dry ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Mix wet and dry:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined—don’t overmix!
6. Fold in the Snickers:
Gently stir in your chopped Snickers (and any other add-ins you’re using).
7. Scoop & shape:
Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to scoop dough onto your baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake:
Bake for 9–11 minutes, until the edges are golden but centers still look soft.
9. Cool:
Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
They’ll firm up as they cool—but good luck waiting that long before taking a bite!
What to Serve With Snickers Peanut Butter Cookies
Honestly? A cold glass of milk is all you need. But if you’re going full dessert-mode:
Sandwich two cookies around vanilla ice cream.
Crumble over chocolate pudding or mousse.
Serve warm with a drizzle of caramel and whipped cream!
Tips for the Best Cookies
Use room temperature ingredients for the best texture.
Don’t overbake—they’ll continue cooking on the sheet!
Rough chop the Snickers so you get gooey and crunchy pieces throughout.
Try refrigerating the dough for 30 minutes if your kitchen is warm.
Storage Instructions
These cookies store beautifully—if they last!
Room temperature: Keep in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezer: Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temp or microwave for 15 seconds to revive gooey centers.
Dough: Freeze pre-scooped dough balls and bake straight from frozen (add 1–2 mins to bake time).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use crunchy peanut butter?
Absolutely! You’ll get even more texture. Just make sure it’s not too dry or oily.
Can I make this dough ahead of time?
Yes! Refrigerate for up to 48 hours or freeze the dough for up to 2 months.
Can I double the recipe?
100%! I often do when gifting or baking for parties.
Do I have to unwrap all those Snickers?
Yes—but it’s worth it. Pro tip: Freeze them first to make chopping cleaner and easier.
In Conclusion
These Snickers Peanut Butter Cookies are the definition of fun comfort food. They’re easy, ridiculously good, and make the whole house smell like heaven. Whether you’re a peanut butter lover, a candy addict, or just want something new for your cookie jar, this recipe is an instant keeper.
I promised you versatile, and here’s proof! You can make them chewy, crunchy, nutty, or chocolate-stuffed—these cookies can handle it all.
More Recipes Featuring Peanut Butter or Candy Bars
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie
Caramel-Stuffed Brownie Bites
Peanut Butter M&M Blondies
Twix Cookie Bars with Shortbread Crust
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Nutritional Information (per cookie, approx.)
Calories: 210
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Sugar: 15g
Protein: 4g