Peanut Butter Candy Corn Cookies combine creamy peanut butter with the vanilla-and-honey sweetness of classic candy corn for a delightful Fall and Halloween treat.
Peanut Butter Candy Corn Cookies
One of the things I love about Fall and Halloween is candy corn. It sparks debate in my family—some love it and some don’t—but the kids are candy-corn fans, so I often have to share. This season I wanted a fun, kid-friendly baking project, so we tested several cookie variations. The unanimous favorite was these Peanut Butter Candy Corn Cookies. Even a candy-corn skeptic in our house enjoyed them.
These cookies pair the rich, nutty flavor of peanut butter with the sweet, familiar notes of candy corn. They’re easy to make, great for baking with kids, and perfect for parties, school events, or an everyday Fall treat.
Peanut Butter Candy Corn Cookies Recipe
Peanut Butter Candy Corn Cookies
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter, room temperature
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 egg
- 1 ¾ cup flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 (9 ounce) package candy corn
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and both sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add the peanut butter and vanilla, mixing until combined.
- Add the milk and egg, then mix again until incorporated.
- Stir in the flour and baking soda just until the dough comes together.
- Reserve ½ cup of the candy corn to press into the tops later, then fold the remaining candy corn into the dough.
- Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to portion dough into balls for uniform cookies.
- Place the dough balls on a lightly greased or lined cookie sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the 350°F oven for 8–11 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from oven and immediately press a few of the reserved candy corn pieces into the top of each cookie while warm.
- Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
These cookies are best served the same day but can be stored in an airtight container for a few days. They’re a fun project to bake with kids and make a festive addition to seasonal gatherings.
Did you enjoy this Peanut Butter Candy Corn Cookies recipe? Try it at home and share with family and friends for a cheerful Fall treat.
