Peanut Butter Brownie Swirl Cookies
These chewier cookies merge rich chocolate brownies with creamy peanut butter for a decadent treat that's perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Peanut Butter Dough
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter Use smooth peanut butter for best texture.
- ¼ cup butter, softened Make sure the butter is at room temperature.
- ½ cup brown sugar Packed brown sugar enhances the flavor.
- 1 large egg Room temperature for better mixing.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Brownie Dough
- ½ cup butter, melted Let it cool slightly before mixing.
- 1 cup white sugar
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder Use unsweetened cocoa powder.
- 1 large egg Room temperature for better mixing.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chocolate chips Use semisweet or dark chocolate chips.
Instructions
Prepare the Peanut Butter Dough
- In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, softened butter, and brown sugar. Mix until creamy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix well.
- Gradually stir in the flour, baking soda, and salt until combined.
Prepare the Brownie Dough
- In another bowl, mix the melted butter and white sugar until smooth.
- Add the cocoa powder, egg, and vanilla extract; blend well.
- Gently fold in the flour, baking powder, and salt. Finally, mix in the chocolate chips.
Form the Swirled Cookies
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- On a baking sheet, drop spoonfuls of both the peanut butter dough and brownie dough next to each other.
- Using a skewer or a knife, swirl the doughs together gently for a marbled effect.
Bake the Cookies
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges are firm but the centers are still soft.
- Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
These cookies are best enjoyed warm with a glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. For a special touch, drizzle some melted chocolate over them or sprinkle with sea salt.