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Peanut Butter Brownie Swirl Cookies

Peanut Butter Brownie Swirl Cookies You’ll Crave Again and Again

These Peanut Butter Brownie Swirl Cookies combine chewy brownie texture with creamy peanut butter flavor for an irresistible dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour gluten-free flour can be used as a substitute
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder unsweetened cocoa powder is preferred
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda ensure it's fresh
  • a pinch salt can be omitted for low-sodium option
  • 1/2 cup butter unsalted butter is ideal
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar light or dark brown sugar works
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar feel free to reduce or omit
  • 1 large egg can use a flax egg or applesauce as a vegan option
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter opt for natural peanut butter
  • 1 cup chocolate chips semi-sweet or dark chocolate

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
  2. In another bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, and 1/4 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 1 large egg and 1/2 cup of natural peanut butter, then beat until smooth and creamy.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined.
  5. Divide the dough into two equal portions, roll each into a ball and press them together to create a swirl.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the cookies for about 10-12 minutes.
  7. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Aim for slightly underbaked centers for that perfect chewiness. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

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