Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
Experience the bliss of freshly baked peanut butter cup cookies, where rich chocolate meets creamy peanut butter in every bite. These cookies are not just a treat; they’re an unforgettable dessert perfect for any occasion. With gooey centers and a delightful crunch, they’re sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (dark)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup chopped chocolate peanut butter cups
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt together. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in chopped chocolate peanut butter cups.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Experiment with crunchy peanut butter for added texture or swap in almond butter for a unique flavor twist. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.