Description

Peanut Butter-Filled Brownie Cookies are the perfect indulgence for any dessert lover! These soft and chewy brownie-like cookies are filled with a creamy peanut butter center, creating the ultimate combination of chocolate and peanut butter in every bite. Rich, decadent, and irresistible, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and become a new favorite treat.

Ingredients

For the cookie dough:

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

1 large egg

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (melted)

For the peanut butter filling:

1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)

1/4 cup powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until smooth.
Stir in the melted chocolate chips until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
In a separate small bowl, mix the peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Scoop out 1 tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten it into a disk in the palm of your hand.
Place about 1 teaspoon of the peanut butter filling in the center of the dough, then top with another tablespoon of dough to form a ball, sealing the peanut butter inside.
Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are set and the tops are slightly cracked. The centers may still look soft, but they will firm up as they cool.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra chocolate flavor, fold mini chocolate chips into the cookie dough.

If using almond butter, the filling may be slightly runnier than peanut butter—add more powdered sugar to thicken.

For a chewy texture, increase the brown sugar slightly or add an extra tablespoon of butter.

These cookies can be made gluten-free by using a gluten-free flour blend.

For a fun twist, try using caramel, chocolate ganache, or marshmallow fluff as the filling.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 210
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 110mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 30mg