{"id":89592,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-15T01:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/honey-peanut-butter-cookies\/"},"modified":"2025-06-10T15:55:49","modified_gmt":"2025-06-10T20:55:49","slug":"honey-peanut-butter-cookies","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/honey-peanut-butter-cookies\/","title":{"rendered":"Honey Peanut Butter Cookies"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Let\u2019s talk cookies\u2014specifically, this incredible peanut butter cookie that uses honey for sweetness and complexity. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/types-of-honey\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/types-of-honey\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Honey<\/a> is a fantastic addition to cookie recipes because it creates a softer crumb, deeper flavor and a chewier texture. It combines with peanut butter to create serious character: deep, nutty flavor from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/homemade-peanut-butter\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/homemade-peanut-butter\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">peanut butter<\/a>, a mellow sweetness from the honey and a texture that lands somewhere between tender and toothsome.<\/p>\n<p>As a bonus, the dough mixes up in a single bowl with a wooden spoon (no mixer required!). And the classic fork crosshatch isn\u2019t just decorative\u2014it helps the dense dough bake evenly.<\/p>\n<h2>Honey Peanut Butter Cookie Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Shortening<\/li>\n<li>Creamy peanut butter<\/li>\n<li>Honey<\/li>\n<li>Eggs<\/li>\n<li>All-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>Sugar<\/li>\n<li>Baking soda<\/li>\n<li>Baking powder<\/li>\n<li>Salt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Mix the wet ingredients<\/h3>\n<p>Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F. In a bowl, mix the shortening, peanut butter and honey. Add the lightly beaten eggs to the peanut butter mixture and mix well.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s Tip:<\/em> You\u2019ll know the mixture is well combined when it\u2019s smooth and uniform.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Form the dough<\/h3>\n<p>In a separate bowl, combine the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/different-types-of-flour-and-when-to-use-them\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/different-types-of-flour-and-when-to-use-them\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">flour<\/a>, sugar, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, and mix well.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Shape and bake the cookies<\/h3>\n<p>Roll the dough into 1- to 1-1\/2-inch balls and place on ungreased baking sheets. Flatten each dough ball with a fork dipped in flour to create a crisscross pattern. Bake until set, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove to wire <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/cookie-cooling-rack\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/cookie-cooling-rack\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">cooling racks<\/a> to cool.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor&#8217;s Tip:\u00a0<\/em>Cookies expand as they bake, so space the dough balls two inches apart to give them enough room.<\/p>\n<h2>How to Store Honey Peanut Butter Cookies<\/h2>\n<p>Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. They\u2019ll stay soft and chewy thanks to the honey.<\/p>\n<p>Honey peanut butter cookies also freeze well. Place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until firm. Then, transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container and store them in the freezer for up to three months. Let them thaw at room temperature before serving.<\/p>\n<h2>Honey Peanut Butter Cookie Tips<\/h2>\n<h3>Should I make peanut butter cookies with crunchy or creamy peanut butter?<\/h3>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-peanut-butter\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-peanut-butter\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">best peanut butter<\/a> for cookies depends on your preferences, so you can use crunchy or creamy peanut butter for this recipe. We generally prefer creamy peanut butter, which gives cookies a smoother, more consistent texture. Crunchy versions may make the dough slightly more crumbly and affect the shape.<\/p>\n<h3>What kind of honey works best for baking these cookies?<\/h3>\n<p>Mild, light-colored honeys like clover or wildflower work best for this cookie recipe because they won\u2019t overpower the peanut butter flavor. Bolder honeys, like buckwheat, may alter the taste of the cookie.<\/p>\n<h3>How do I keep peanut butter cookie dough from sticking to the fork?<\/h3>\n<p>To keep the fork from sticking to the dough, dip it in flour before pressing it into each dough ball. This helps it release easily, making it easier to create those classic crisscross marks. For best results, dip the fork into the flour every few cookies.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I make peanut butter cookies with butter instead of shortening?<\/h3>\n<p>You can use unsalted <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/the-difference-between-butter-margarine-shortening-and-lard\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/the-difference-between-butter-margarine-shortening-and-lard\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">butter or shortening<\/a> in this peanut butter cookie recipe. Butter will give the cookies a richer flavor and softer texture, while shortening helps them stay thick and tender.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When my husband wants a treat, he requests these chewy peanut butter honey cookies. \u2014Lucile Proctor, Panguitch, Utah<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":1307237,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[303971,304158,304423,306027,304328,304993,304288,305487,304338,306171,304515,303966,304988,304408,304368,303887,306848,304347,304268,307449,307483,304558,324623,303994,304150,303883],"categories-v2":[308500,310461,309438,308821,308988,311758,308984,308481,308940,259620,310796,308992,312036,308880,308495,308935,308813,308745,308478,309603,308998,259483,310465,310484,311806,308910,309177,308528,309434,308476],"coauthors":[344018],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Peanut Butter Blossom 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In a bowl, mix the shortening, peanut butter and honey. Add the lightly beaten eggs to the peanut butter mixture and mix well. Editor\u2019s Tip: You\u2019ll know the mixture is well combined when it\u2019s smooth and uniform."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Form the dough","text":"In a separate bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, and mix well."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Shape and bake the cookies","text":"Roll the dough into 1- to 1-1\/2-inch balls and place on ungreased baking sheets. Flatten each dough ball with a fork dipped in flour to create a crisscross pattern. Bake until set, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove to wire cooling racks to cool. Editor's Tip: Cookies expand as they bake, so space the dough balls two inches apart to give them enough room."}],"recipeYield":"5 dozen","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Joy Manning"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 95 calories","fatContent":"4g fat (1g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"6mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"80mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"14g carbohydrate (8g sugars","fiberContent":"0 fiber)","proteinContent":"2g protein."},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.285714,"reviewCount":35,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-01-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Kim5984"},"reviewBody":"<p>I halved the recipe, and used crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy (I've never met a recipe where the difference was any greater than 'do you want chunks of peanut or not'), I used cannabis-infused honey, and I didn't bother to warm the egg to room temp. Otherwise followed this exactly, they turned out fine! The dough was a bit wet, could have used a tiny bit more flour (baffled by all the comments saying there was too much flour), but they baked up just fine. A very simple recipe you could riff on easily. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-09-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"misscoffeepot"},"reviewBody":"Soft and chewy.  I reduced sugar to 1 1\/2 cups and it was plenty to my taste-maybe even a it less next time.  The honey flavor really stands out","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-05-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"2124arizona"},"reviewBody":"<p>I like the way the addition of honey to this makes this no ordinary peanut butter cookie recipe. The honey balances nicely with the peanut butter.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-02-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"astarzynski@new.rr.com"},"reviewBody":"<p>Delicious and they were soft and chewy.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2025-03-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Allison676"},"reviewBody":"<p>I really like this recipe. I ended up using butter instead of shortening and I found out that I only had half a cup of honey in my house so I used maple syrup to substitute the rest and I thought it still turned out great. I also added some cinnamon and I would honestly put some more on next time. Maybe it\u2019s cause I used unsweetened peanut butter or the substitutions but I thought these could have even been a bit sweeter. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-05-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"marcibanes"},"reviewBody":"Tasted like a PB and Honey sandwich, minus the bread.  They turned out incredibly moist.  I made the recipe exactly as written.  I will definitely make these cookies again but will change it up a bit by either adding chopped peanuts or maybe diced apples.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-06-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"MarissaMcNally"},"reviewBody":"Overall really good, perfect balance of honey and peanut butter. But way way way too sugary. I knew that extra cup of sugar ON TOP of all that honey was going to be a mistake. Left them with a grainy texture and me with a light stomach ache from the sugar after eating only 2. I will make adjustments the next time I make these... will probably reduce the sugar to \u00bccup and then add an extra squeeze of honey","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-03-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"MsB2"},"reviewBody":"To Jessica, never substitute butter for shortening. Baking is all about chemistry! They have different melting points. You can improvise in cooking but NOT in baking unless you know how changing the ingredients with affect the end result. Vegetable shortening is not the same as using lard either.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-03-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BryanUnger"},"reviewBody":"Just followed recipe and they came out fabulous","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-03-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"germanycook"},"reviewBody":"Took some advice and doubled the peanut butter - it was perfect! I think if you didn't double it, it wouldn't have much peanut butter taste. They are so good and a bit chewy too!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-02-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Kwold101"},"reviewBody":"I love this cookie. Its soft and no brown sugar. I get heart burn from brown sugar, so i was happy to find this recipe. Ive been making it for a few years now.  I add a 12 oz package of peanut butter chips. and OMG.  Its almost sinful to eat these. lol I can't keep them long enough to put them in the cookie jar.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2007-09-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"tready2"},"reviewBody":"<p>Instead of the Honey, I used Pure Cane Syrup. An added taste that many asked what I had added to make them taste this good.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-07-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"1275"},"reviewBody":"I always wanted to try peanut butter cookies and this version- with honey sounded like an interesting variation. The directions did not directly say that you had to use  a mixer so I did not. It was surprisingly easy doing it by hand. My dough was a little crumbly so I added a bit of cold water to make it easier to handle. My cookies turned out perfect; at 10 minutes they were chewy, soft yet firm and tasted wonderful. Will make again! Might try adding chocolate chips next time though I know that would take away from the classic peanut butter cookie requirements; but my picky brother wants chocolate chips in EVERYTHING. :)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-01-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"abreendre"},"reviewBody":"Easy and just the right taste.  The honey makes these cookies moist and mellow","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-01-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"kramerstacey15"},"reviewBody":"Wonderful!!!!  Can't eat just one.  Cut the recipe in half, used my cookie scoop to make even portions and ended up with 4 dozen cookies.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-05-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Guest1120"},"reviewBody":"Bruh. These cookies are incredible. It's like a DJ is in your mouth alternating between the PB and honey flavors at the perfect time to keep the party going.  They are also incredibly soft and buttery creating a very inviting texture that keeps you coming back. Brought these to my job and received multiple compliments and marriage proposals.  People were even trying to set up up arranged marriages in the future just to get a chance at entering my bloodline with my children. As long as you give your mix some TLC and mix it well I'm certain you will not be disappointed.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-12-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BruceSmith"},"reviewBody":"Wonderful. As I almost always do with any recipe. modded a bit. Made 1\/2 the recipe. Subbed with butter (  1.5 tsp). Subbed a couple tbsp sugar syrup for part of honey. 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