Peanut Butter Brownie Swirl Cookies Recipe
Peanut Butter Brownie Swirl Cookies combine the rich, fudgy taste of brownies with the creamy, nutty flavor of peanut butter in a beautifully marbled cookie. These soft and chewy treats feature a perfect balance of chocolate and peanut butter, swirled together for a delightful dessert or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Peanut Butter Dough
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Brownie Dough
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1 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
- Make the peanut butter dough: In a mixing bowl, beat together the creamy peanut butter, softened butter, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Then, beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well incorporated. In a separate bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until just combined.
- Make the brownie dough: In another bowl, whisk the melted butter and white sugar until smooth. Mix in the cocoa powder until fully combined. Then beat in the egg and vanilla extract. Fold in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and chocolate chips, stirring until no dry streaks remain.
- Chill the doughs: Cover both the peanut butter dough and the brownie dough and chill them in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up for easier handling.
- Form the cookies: On a parchment-lined baking sheet, scoop 1 to 2 tablespoon portions of each dough side by side. Using a toothpick or skewer, gently swirl the two doughs together to create a marbled effect without overmixing.
- Bake the cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the tops have a lightly crackly appearance and the edges are just set. The centers should remain soft for a chewy texture.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 to 10 minutes to set before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your delicious peanut butter brownie swirl cookies!
Notes
- For best results, use creamy peanut butter for the swirl effect and smoother texture.
- Chilling the doughs ensures the swirls hold their shape and prevents spreading.
- You can substitute chocolate chips with chopped nuts or omit them to suit preferences.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
Keywords: peanut butter cookies, brownie swirl cookies, chocolate peanut butter cookies, marbled cookies, soft chewy cookies
