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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies with a Creamy Twist

Indulge in these Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies featuring a creamy filling and rich flavors that satisfy any sweet tooth.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Peanut Butter Filling
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Use Jif or Skippy for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Essential for sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Whole Milk Can substitute with non-dairy alternatives.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use good quality for better flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free option may change texture.
  • 3/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Provides dark chocolate flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Black Cocoa Powder For deep color and flavor.
  • 1 box Instant Chocolate Fudge Pudding Mix Do not substitute with regular pudding.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Milk Can be omitted if necessary.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Leavening agent for rising.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar For sweetness and texture.
  • 1/2 cup Salted Butter Can use unsalted, adjust salt accordingly.
  • 2 large Eggs One extra yolk enhances chewiness.
Add-ins
  • 1 cup Reese's Pieces Can use any chocolate chips.
  • 1 cup Reese's Peanut Butter Chips Substitute with more chocolate chips if needed.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • cookie scoop
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Peanut Butter Filling
  1. In a medium bowl, combine creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, whole milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until smooth.
Cookie Dough
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, black cocoa powder, instant pudding mix, powdered milk, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, cream together softened salted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
  3. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Combine Dough and Add-Ins
  1. Gently fold in Reese's Pieces and Reese's Peanut Butter Chips until evenly distributed.
Form and Bake Cookies
  1. Using a cookie scoop, portion out the dough and flatten slightly. Place a tablespoon of peanut butter filling in the center, sealing the dough around it.
  2. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes.
Cool and Serve
  1. Let cookies cool on the sheets for at least 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for 3-4 days at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

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