Description
These cookies have the perfect balance of fudgy chocolate and creamy peanut butter in every bite! The dough is made with rich cocoa and brown sugar, while the peanut butter swirl adds a sweet and nutty twist. They’re easy to make and guaranteed to satisfy any chocolate-peanut butter lover!
Ingredients
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For the Chocolate Cookie Dough:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
For the Peanut Butter Swirl:
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions
1. Make the Peanut Butter Swirl:
- In a small bowl, mix peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Set aside.
2. Prepare the Chocolate Cookie Dough:
- In a large bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
3. Swirl in the Peanut Butter:
- Drop small dollops of the peanut butter mixture over the chocolate dough.
- Use a spatula or knife to gently swirl the peanut butter into the dough (don’t overmix—leave visible swirls!).
4. Shape & Chill the Dough:
- Scoop out 1.5 tbsp-sized dough balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes (this helps keep them thick and chewy).
5. Bake the Cookies:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the cookies 2 inches apart on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
6. Cool & Serve:
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Want extra texture? Add 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped peanuts to the dough.
- Use crunchy peanut butter if you like a little crunch in every bite!
- Make it extra gooey: Warm a cookie in the microwave for 10 seconds before eating.