Name: Nutter Butter Referees
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 nutter butter cookies; 3 ounces white almond bark or white candy melts; ⅓ cup black candy melts; 24 candy eyeballs

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Nutter Butter Referee Cookies are not just your average dessert; they’re a fun, delightful treat that can brighten any gathering. Imagine classic Nutter Butter cookies dipped in smooth white almond bark, decorated with whimsical black stripes, and topped with candy eyeballs that bring these cookies to life. Each bite carries the familiar peanut butter flavor, perfectly matched with a creamy chocolate coating, making them a must-have for game days, parties, or simply a snack to satisfy your sweet tooth. They are the perfect size for sharing, or perhaps keeping all to yourself!

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Ingredients You’ll Need
How to Make Nutter Butter Referees
Storing & Reheating
Chef’s Helpful Tips
Recipe FAQs
Nutter Butter Referees

I first discovered this delightful recipe while searching for a creative treat to make during a big game. I wanted something that would both appeal to kids and adults; these Nutter Butter Referees turned out to be perfect! The smiles they put on everyone’s faces were simply priceless. Plus, they’re easy to assemble and don’t require extensive baking skills, making them an ideal addition to any dessert table. Grab your ingredients, and let’s get started on these adorable referee cookies that are sure to become a family favorite!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Simple & Quick: With just 15 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cook time, you can whip these up in no time!
Irresistible Flavor: The combination of peanut butter and creamy white chocolate is absolutely delightful.
Eye-Catching Appeal: Their fun referee design is perfect for game day or any celebration.
Flexible Serving: Enjoy them as a snack, dessert, or festive party treat!
Kid-Friendly Fun: Involve the little ones in decorating; it’s a great way to spend time together.

Ingredients You’ll Need

12 Nutter Butter cookies: These iconic peanut butter cookies are the base of our fun treat.
3 ounces white almond bark or white candy melts: This creamy coating will give your cookies the referee uniform look and a delicious chocolate taste.
⅓ cup black candy melts: These add the signature stripes that make the cookies recognizable as referees.
24 candy eyeballs: Their fun shape and size bring your cookies to life, adding a whimsical flair.

How to Make Nutter Butter Referees

Melt the White Coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 3 ounces of white almond bark or white candy melts according to the package directions until smooth. Stir often to achieve an even consistency and avoid burning.

Dip the Cookies: Taking each Nutter Butter cookie, dip it halfway into the melted white coating. Allow excess coating to drip off before placing the cookie on a parchment-lined baking sheet. This step creates the referee uniform look.

Melt the Black Candy Melts: Next, melt ⅓ cup of black candy melts in a separate bowl. Once melted, transfer into a piping bag fitted with a small tip (a Wilton #3 works great).

Pipe the Stripes: Carefully pipe thin stripes onto the white-coated portion of the Nutter Butter cookies, mimicking the classic stripes of a referee’s uniform.

Add the Eyeballs: Grab your candy eyeballs! Dab a small amount of the melted black candy onto the back of each eyeball, then gently press them onto the cookies.

Finalize the Details: Use the black melts to pipe little mouths and hair on the cookies. This little touch breathes even more life into your cookies!

Let Cool: Allow the cookies to sit at room temperature, or pop them in the refrigerator briefly until the coating is firm.

Storing & Reheating

Store your Nutter Butter Referees in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or place them in the refrigerator, where they will keep fresh for about two weeks. If you want to store them longer, freeze the cookies in a single layer, and then transfer them to a freezer-safe bag for up to three months. When ready to enjoy, simply let them sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes. They may lose a bit of texture after freezing, but a quick pop in the microwave for 10 seconds can help refresh them.

Chef’s Helpful Tips

Make sure to let the melted coatings cool slightly before dipping to avoid a mess.
If your piping skills aren’t quite up to par, don’t worry! A simple drizzle or even a toothpick can help create the stripes.
Use a cooling rack lined with parchment paper if you want an easy clean-up for melted coatings.
Get creative! Feel free to add sprinkles or colored melt designs to vary your Nutter Butter Referees.

Nutter Butter Referee Cookies are not only about taste, but they also pack fun and creativity into each cookie. They allow you to tap into your artistic side while spending quality time with family. Each bite is a delightful combination of peanut butter goodness and chocolatey richness that leaves you wanting more.

Recipe FAQs

Can I use chocolate cookies instead of Nutter Butters?

Absolutely! While Nutter Butters add a unique peanut butter flavor, chocolate cookies will provide a delicious twist. Just ensure that the cookies you choose can hold up to the dipping process.

What if I can’t find candy eyeballs?

If candy eyeballs are hard to come by, consider using small chocolate chips or even cut-up marshmallows to create a similar effect. They won’t have the same googly-eye charm, but they’ll still look adorable!

How can I make these cookies gluten-free?

For a gluten-free version, substitute Nutter Butter cookies with gluten-free peanut butter cookies. Ensure all candy melts used are gluten-free as well.

How can I customize the decorations for different occasions?

Get creative with your Nutter Butter Referee cookies! You could use colored melts to create holiday themes or sports team colors, turning them into a personalized treat for any event!

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Author: Peter
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 12 cookies 1x
Category: Desserts & Appetizers
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

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Description

Nutter Butter Referees are a fun and delicious treat featuring nutter butter cookies dipped in white chocolate and decorated with candy. These irresistible cookies are simple to prepare and make for a delightful snack or dessert that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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12 nutter butter cookies
3 ounces white almond bark or white candy melts
⅓ cup black candy melts
24 candy eyeballs

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Instructions

Melt the white almond bark or white candy melts according to package directions until smooth.
Dip each Nutter Butter cookie halfway into the melted white coating to create the referee uniform. Let the excess drip off, then place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Melt the black candy melts and transfer to a piping bag fitted with a small tip (I used Wilton #3). Pipe thin stripes onto the white coating.
Dab a small amount of melted candy onto the back of each candy eyeball, then apply it to the cookies. Use the black candy melts to pipe mouths and hair.
Let the cookies sit at room temperature or refrigerate briefly until the coating is firm.

Notes

Ensure the white coating is smooth before dipping the cookies.
Use a piping bag for precise decorating with the black candy melts.
Letting the cookies chill briefly will help the coating set faster.