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Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Cookies

Delicious cookies combining rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter, baked to perfection for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cookie dough
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened At room temperature for best texture.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg At room temperature for best texture.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • chocolate chips Optional, for extra melty goodness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, blending until just combined.
  5. Take small spoonfuls of peanut butter and drop them onto the cookie dough. Swirl with a knife or toothpick to create a marbled effect.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
  8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

To ensure perfect cookies, use room temperature ingredients and do not overmix the dough. Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking can prevent spreading and result in thicker cookies. Store in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.