Peanut Butter Brownie Swirl Cookies Recipe
Peanut Butter Brownie Swirl Cookies combine the rich, fudgy texture of brownies with the creamy, nutty flavor of peanut butter in a delightful swirl pattern. These cookies are perfect for chocolate and peanut butter lovers seeking a soft, chewy treat with a satisfying balance of sweetness and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Peanut Butter Cookie 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 Swirl Batter
- 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
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Dough: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy. Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well to combine. Gradually add the flour, baking soda, and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms. Set aside.
- Make the Brownie Batter: In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter with white sugar and cocoa powder until smooth. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract thoroughly. Stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
- Combine the Doughs: Lightly grease or line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Drop spoonfuls of the peanut butter dough and brownie batter alternately onto the sheet, swirling slightly with a knife or skewer to create a marbled effect but avoiding over-mixing to maintain distinct swirls.
- Bake the Cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 12 to 15 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure the butter for the peanut butter dough is softened, not melted, for best texture.
- Do not over-swirl the doughs to keep distinct peanut butter and brownie ribbons.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- For extra richness, add chopped peanuts or nuts to the peanut butter dough if desired.
Keywords: peanut butter cookies, brownie swirl cookies, chocolate peanut butter dessert, marbled cookies, chewy cookies
