Description
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies are your new go-to dessert that perfectly combines the rich flavors of chocolate and creamy peanut butter. These cookies offer a delightful chewy texture and gooey center, making them ideal for any occasion—from birthday parties to cozy nights in. Easy to whip up, they will quickly become a favorite among friends and family, leaving everyone craving more!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined; fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough onto prepared baking sheets, making an indentation in each ball to fill with peanut butter.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until puffy but soft in the center. Cool on sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg