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BEST RECIPE for Peanut Butter Brownie Swirl Cookies

BEST RECIPE for Peanut Butter Brownie Swirl Cookies

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  • Author: Jake
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fusion of fudgy brownies and creamy peanut butter in a cookie form, perfect for lovers of both flavors. These marbled treats are ideal for any occasion.


Ingredients

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Peanut Butter Dough:

  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Brownie Dough:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Peanut Butter Dough:
    1. Cream peanut butter, softened butter, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
    2. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
    3. Gradually add flour, baking soda, and salt, stirring just until the dough comes together.
  2. Prepare the Brownie Dough:
    1. Whisk melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth.
    2. Mix in cocoa powder, egg, and vanilla until fully incorporated.
    3. Gradually fold in flour, baking powder, salt, and chocolate chips until the dough is smooth.
  3. Chill the Doughs:
    1. Chill both doughs for at least 30 minutes for easier handling and swirling.
  4. Shape and Swirl:
    1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
    2. Scoop equal portions of each dough, press them together gently, and form a ball. Use a toothpick or knife to swirl the two doughs for a marbled effect.
  5. Bake:
    1. Arrange cookies on the baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake for 9–11 minutes until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
    2. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra chocolatey cookies, add more chocolate chips to the brownie dough.
  • Use crunchy peanut butter for added texture in the peanut butter dough.
  • To make these cookies gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour substitute.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg