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Chocolate Peanut Butter Filled Cookies

Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Filled Cookies to Delight

Indulge in Chocolate Peanut Butter Filled Cookies that combine rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Peanut Butter Filling
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter Feel free to substitute with crunchy peanut butter for added texture.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar No suitable alternatives exist without changing the taste.
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon Can be omitted for a simpler flavor.
Cookie Dough
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Swap in a gluten-free version if needed.
  • 1/2 cup Dutch process cocoa powder Natural cocoa powder works too but may change the taste slightly.
  • 1 tsp baking soda Do not use baking powder instead.
  • 1 tsp salt Essential for overall taste.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (melted) For a lighter option, use half the amount of oil.
  • 1 1/4 cups brown sugar (packed) Light or dark brown sugar works interchangeably.
  • 1/4 cup white granulated sugar Can be replaced with a lower-calorie sweetener if desired.
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract Imitation vanilla can work in a pinch, though it may alter the taste slightly.
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature) Flaxseed or chia seeds can substitute for a vegan option.
  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips Dark chocolate chips are great for a richer flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • baking sheets
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, powdered sugar, and cinnamon until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Beat melted butter with brown and white sugar until creamy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well, then add vanilla extract.
  6. Fold in the dry ingredients until just combined, then add chocolate chips.
  7. Scoop a tablespoon of dough, add a teaspoon of filling, cover with more dough, and roll into a ball.
  8. Space the dough balls on baking sheets and bake for 12-15 minutes.
  9. Let cookies sit for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing and watch the baking time closely. For the best texture, use room temperature ingredients.

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