Description
These Swirled Brownie Cookies with a Peanut Butter Twist combine the fudgy texture of brownies with the convenience of cookies. Soft, rich chocolate cookies are enhanced with a creamy peanut butter swirl, making them a delightful treat perfect for dessert or snack time.
Ingredients
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Brownie Cookie Dough
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate (chopped or chips)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Peanut Butter Swirl
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Melt Butter and Chocolate: In a heat-safe bowl, gently melt the unsalted butter and semi-sweet chocolate together using either a microwave in short bursts or a double boiler. Stir frequently until the mixture is smooth, then let it cool slightly.
- Mix Sugars and Eggs: In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, approximately 1 to 2 minutes. This step incorporates air, giving the cookies a nice texture.
- Add Vanilla and Chocolate Mixture: Stir in the vanilla extract and the cooled melted chocolate mixture until well combined, creating a rich, chocolatey batter.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt into the wet mixture. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overmixing and tough cookies.
- Warm Peanut Butter: In a small microwave-safe bowl, warm the creamy peanut butter for 20–30 seconds until soft and easily stirrable, making it easier to swirl into the cookie dough.
- Shape Cookies and Add Peanut Butter: Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet spaced about 2 inches apart. Spoon about ½ teaspoon of the warmed peanut butter onto the center of each dough mound. Use a toothpick or knife to gently swirl the peanut butter into the top of the cookie, creating a marbled effect.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes. They should be set around the edges but remain soft in the center for the perfect fudgy texture.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set further, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a richer chocolate flavor, substitute semi-sweet chocolate with dark chocolate.
- Use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy for added texture and crunch.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to keep them fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
