What are the peanut butter sandwiches Girl Scout cookies made of?

They’re made with two soft, oat-rich peanut butter cookies sandwiched around a creamy, sweet peanut butter filling. The texture is chewy, the flavor is bold, and the layers hold together well for a perfect bite every time. Our homemade version uses simple pantry ingredients to recreate that signature taste and feel.

What Girl Scout cookie was discontinued that’s similar to this one?

There have been a few discontinued varieties, but one of the closest was the "Savannahs" or "Savannah Smiles" depending on the year. However, the peanut butter sandwiches Girl Scout cookies, often known as Do-si-dos, have remained a favorite. This copycat recipe is inspired by their texture and filling but made even fresher.

Are peanut butter Girl Scout cookies considered healthy?

While delicious, they aren’t exactly health food. Like most cookies, they contain sugar, butter, and refined flour. However, our homemade version lets you skip preservatives and adjust ingredients. You can swap in natural peanut butter or reduce sugar if you're looking for a slightly lighter treat.

What is the most famous Girl Scout cookie of all time?

Thin Mints tend to get the most love, but peanut butter sandwiches Girl Scout cookies are a close runner-up. Their nostalgic flavor and chewy, filled texture make them a household favorite year after year. For peanut butter fans, they’re often the top pick.

Peanut Butter Sandwiches Girl Scout Cookies-Best 2025 Recipe

Name: Peanut Butter Sandwiches Girl Scout Cookies
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 18 sandwich cookies
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 stick butter, softened; 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1 egg; 3/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1 cup quick oats; 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (filling); 3 tablespoons butter, softened (filling); 1 cup powdered sugar (filling); 3 tablespoons heavy cream (filling)

Description

These homemade peanut butter sandwiches Girl Scout cookies are soft, chewy, and layered with a creamy peanut butter filling. A nostalgic favorite turned into a fresh, bake-at-home treat.

Ingredients

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Cookies:

1 stick butter, softened

1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

1/2 cup sugar

1/4 cup packed light brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1 egg

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon baking powder

1 cup quick oats

Filling:

1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

3 tablespoons butter, softened

1 cup powdered sugar

3 tablespoons heavy cream

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.

2. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and oats. Set aside.

3. In a mixer, beat butter and peanut butter until smooth.

4. Add both sugars and vanilla, and continue beating until fluffy.

5. Mix in the egg until fully combined.

6. Slowly add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and blend just until incorporated.

7. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and lightly flatten with a fork.

8. Place on baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.

9. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until golden at the edges.

10. Cool on pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

11. For the filling, beat butter and peanut butter together until creamy.

12. Add powdered sugar, then slowly mix in cream until smooth and thick.

13. Pair up cooled cookies by size, add filling to one, and top with the other to sandwich.

Notes

Make sure to use quick oats, not rolled oats.

Chill the dough for 15 minutes if it’s too soft to roll.

Store finished cookies in an airtight container at room temp for 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie sandwich
Calories: 230
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 105mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 28mg