PB&J Whoopie Pies
 
 
Who says PB&J is just for kids? These cookies have that classic flavour combination but in sexy cookie form. The homemade "jam" in this recipe is a bit of a cheaters method for easy, hassle-free jam (unlike traditional jamming methods) that comes together in minutes and uses fresh strawberries for a stronger flavour!
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Recipe type: Dessert
Serves: 24 whoopies
Ingredients
  • Strawberry Jam:
  • 1.5 lb strawberries, sliced (about 4 cups)
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp corn starch
  • 1 Tbsp water
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  • Peanut Butter Cookies:
  • 1½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ cup butter, softened
  • ¼ cup shortening
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • ½ Tbsp vanilla
Instructions
  1. To make jam: In a food processor or blender, blend strawberries until pureed. Transfer to a large skillet and add in sugar and lemon juice. In a small bowl, combine corn starch and water. Add to skillet, stirring well. Bring mixture to a boil over medium heat, then simmer for 10-12 minutes until thickened and covered in bubbles. Transfer to a jam jar and let cool completely. Refrigerate over night.
  2. To make cookies: Preheat oven to 350°. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; set aside.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, beat together butter, shortening and peanut butter. Add in sugars and beat until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla until well mixed. Gradually add in flour mixture, stirring until combined.
  5. Shape into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on baking sheets. Flatten slightly and make a criss-cross pattern with a fork, if desired. Bake 8-9 minutes until puffy. Let cool 5 minutes in sheet, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. When jam and cookies have fully cooled and you're ready to eat, spread a thin amount of jam between two cookies. Dust with icing sugar if desired.
Notes
The jam may seem runny when you put it in a jam jar, but refrigerating it over night will thicken it up.
Recipe by Port and Fin at https://portandfin.com/pbj-whoopie-pies/