Homemade Peanut Butter Cup Stuffed Cookies
Indulge in these Homemade Peanut Butter Cup Stuffed Cookies that blend rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter for a heavenly treat! Each bite is a delightful explosion of flavors, making these cookies the ultimate comfort food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 57 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder
- 1 tsp Baking Soda
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
- 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 3/4 cup Brown Sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 cup Peanut Butter (creamy or crunchy)
Fillings
- 24 Mini Peanut Butter Cups
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Then, beat in the egg and vanilla until fully incorporated. In a separate bowl, mix together flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined. Finally, fold in the peanut butter.
- Chill the Dough: Once the dough is prepared, cover it with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This step helps the cookies maintain their shape while baking.
- Assemble the Cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Take the chilled dough and scoop out a tablespoon-sized portion. Flatten it slightly in your hand, place a mini peanut butter cup in the center, and wrap the dough around it, ensuring it’s completely covered.
- Bake the Cookies: Place the stuffed cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use Room Temperature Ingredients: This helps your dough come together more smoothly.
- Don’t Overmix: Once you combine the wet and dry ingredients, mix just until combined to keep the cookies tender.
- Chill the Dough: Chilling prevents spreading and helps achieve that perfect cookie shape.
- Watch the Baking Time: Every oven is different, so keep an eye on the cookies to prevent overbaking.
- Experiment with Toppings: Drizzle melted chocolate or sprinkle sea salt on top for an extra touch!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg