Cookie Butter Cookies are a treat that mixes the warm, sweet flavor of cookie butter with soft, chewy dough. They’re quick to bake and so tasty!
Every bite feels like a hug, and the smell fills the kitchen like magic. I can’t resist sneaking one straight from the oven—who can?
These cookies are perfect for sharing, but you might just want to keep them all to yourself! They’re easy to whip up when a sweet tooth strikes.
Ingredients & Substitutions
Cookie Butter: This is the star of the show! If you can’t find cookie butter, you can mix equal parts of crushed cookies like Biscoff with peanut butter or almond butter. It gives a similar creamy texture and delightful flavor.
Unsalted Butter: While unsalted is preferred for baking, you can substitute it with salted butter. Just cut back on other added salt in the recipe. I find unsalted butter gives better control over saltiness.
Brown Sugar: Light or dark brown sugar works here, but dark brown sugar has a richer flavor. If you need a substitute, mix granulated sugar with a bit of molasses to mimic brown sugar.
All-Purpose Flour: This is standard, but you can use whole wheat flour for a heartier bite or gluten-free flour mix if you have gluten sensitivities. Take note that the texture might vary slightly.
Chocolate Chips: Totally optional, but they add a nice crunch. You can swap for butterscotch chips or leave them out entirely for a simple cookie flavor.
How Do I Make Sure My Cookies Come Out Soft and Chewy?
To achieve those perfect soft and chewy cookies, focus on a few important steps. First, do not overmix the dough once you combine the wet and dry ingredients; mix just until everything is incorporated.
- Keep an eye on baking time. Cookies should be lightly golden at the edges while the centers remain soft. You can remove them from the oven when they look slightly underbaked, as they will continue to cook on the baking sheet.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack; this helps them firm up while maintaining softness.
- Melted cookie butter drizzled on top adds moisture and decadence!
Delicious Cookie Butter Cookies
What You’ll Need:
- 1 cup cookie butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional, for extra texture)
- ¼ cup cookie butter, for drizzling on top
How Much Time Will You Need?
Getting these delightful cookies ready will take about 15 minutes for preparation and 10-12 minutes for baking. Just a little cooling time after, and then you’re ready to enjoy them warm and gooey!
Instructions:
First things first, let’s get that oven preheating! Set it to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This will make clean-up a breeze and keep your cookies from sticking.
In a large mixing bowl, combine your softened butter, cookie butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Using a mixer or a good old wooden spoon, cream them together until everything is smooth and fluffy—this should take a few minutes, but it’s worth it for that light texture!
Next up, crack in that large egg and pour in the vanilla extract. Continue mixing until all the wet ingredients are completely integrated into a luscious batter.
Now, let’s shift gears a bit. In a separate bowl, whisk together your flour, baking soda, and salt. Once blended, gradually add these dry ingredients to your creamy mixture, stirring gently. We want just combined here—overmixing can lead to tough cookies, and we don’t want that!
If you’re feeling adventurous, fold in the chocolate chips now for a delightful surprise in every bite. Chocolate and cookie butter? Yes, please!
Using a tablespoon, scoop portions of dough and place them on your prepared baking sheet, making sure to space them about 2 inches apart. They’ll spread a little while baking, so give them room to grow!
Time to bake! Pop those babies into the oven for about 10-12 minutes. You’re looking for the edges to be lightly golden, while the centers remain soft. Remember, they’ll continue to firm up a bit once they come out of the oven.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes—this helps them set perfectly. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
While those cookies are cooling, melt the remaining ¼ cup of cookie butter in the microwave for about 20-30 seconds until it’s nice and pourable. Now, drizzle that delicious melted cookie butter over your cooled cookies for a finishing touch. How fancy does that look?
Once the drizzle has set a bit, it’s time to dig in! Enjoy your warm, gooey cookie butter cookies, and share them with friends (if you want to!). If you enjoyed this recipe, don’t forget to follow me on Pinterest for more delicious ideas—thank you for your support!
