Description
Delight in these rich and chewy Peanut Butter Brownie Swirl Cookies, combining the classic creamy peanut butter flavor with decadent brownie swirls for a uniquely indulgent treat. Perfect for cookie lovers seeking a chocolate twist.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Brownie Swirl
- 1/3 cup brownie mix (dry)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Preheat Oven 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.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and packed brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, helping to create a tender cookie texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined, adding moisture and flavor to the dough.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and seasoning.
- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms, ensuring all ingredients are uniformly combined without overmixing.
- Prepare Brownie Swirl Mixture: In a small bowl, mix the dry brownie mix with vegetable oil and water until you form a thick paste, which will add a chocolatey swirl to your cookies.
- Incorporate Brownie Swirl: Drop small spoonfuls of the brownie paste into the peanut butter cookie dough and gently swirl with a spatula, taking care not to overmix to maintain distinct swirls.
- Shape and Bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet to allow room for spreading. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden and the centers are set, indicating perfect doneness.
- Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, preserving their texture.
Notes
- For extra richness, add chocolate chips or sprinkle a bit of sea salt on top before baking to enhance flavor.
- You can substitute leftover homemade brownie batter in place of the brownie mix, but reduce the quantity of swirl to prevent the dough from becoming too wet.
