Chocolate Peanut Butter Filled Cookies
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Chocolate Peanut Butter Filled Cookies. Each cookie features a rich, chewy chocolate exterior that encases a creamy, dreamy peanut butter filling. Ideal for any occasion—be it casual snacking or festive gatherings—these cookies are sure to impress everyone around the table. They’re easy to make and can be customized with various fillings or toppings, making them a versatile treat for chocolate lovers and peanut butter aficionados alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Dutch process cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed light or dark)
- 1/4 cup white granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, powdered sugar, and cinnamon until smooth; set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Cream melted butter with sugars until fluffy, then add eggs one at a time and mix well.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into the wet mixture and fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough, flatten it, add a teaspoon of peanut butter filling, and encase it by rolling into a ball.
- Place on a lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes. Cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg