Get ready to indulge in a delightful treat that combines the irresistible flavors of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter: Peanut Butter Filled Chocolate Cookies. These soft and chewy cookies are perfect for any occasion, from cozy evenings at home to gatherings with friends. The surprise peanut butter filling adds an extra layer of decadence that will have everyone coming back for more. Follow along to learn how to make these delicious cookies with a recipe that is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
– 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until fully incorporated.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth cookie dough forms.
6. In a small bowl, mix together the creamy peanut butter and powdered sugar until well combined.
7. Roll the peanut butter mixture into small balls, about 1 teaspoon each.
8. Take a portion of cookie dough and flatten it in your palm. Place a peanut butter ball in the center and fold the cookie dough around it, shaping it into a ball. Repeat with the remaining cookie dough and peanut butter balls.
9. Arrange the cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart to allow for spreading.
10. Using a fork, gently press down on each cookie to create a crisscross pattern.
11. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set but still soft.
12. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
13. Serve these delightful Peanut Butter Filled Chocolate Cookies with a tall glass of cold milk or your favorite hot beverage for the perfect sweet treat.
These Peanut Butter Filled Chocolate Cookies are sure to become a go-to recipe in your collection. Impress your loved ones with the delicious combination of chocolate and peanut butter in each bite. Whether you enjoy them as an afternoon snack or a dessert for a special occasion, these cookies are bound to be a hit. Gather your ingredients and get baking to treat yourself to a batch of these irresistible cookies today!
