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Chocolate Peanut Butter Filled Cookies

Delightful cookies with a crispy exterior and a creamy peanut butter filling, perfect for any family gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cookie dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure your butter is at room temperature for optimal mixing.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the filling
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter Using natural peanut butter can enhance the flavor but make sure it's creamy and spreadable.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until it’s light and fluffy. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time and mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well-mixed.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Resist the urge to overmix!
  6. In a separate bowl, mix creamy peanut butter with powdered sugar until smooth and well combined.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Scoop a tablespoon of chocolate dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Make a small indentation in the center, add about a teaspoon of the peanut butter filling, then cover with another tablespoon of chocolate dough.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are set but the middle remains soft.
  4. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Serving
  1. Deliciously warm Chocolate Peanut Butter Filled Cookies are now ready to be devoured!

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for about 3-5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat for a few seconds in the microwave or let them come to room temperature.