Peanut Butter Surprise Cookies
Indulge in the irresistible blend of nostalgia and delight with these Peanut Butter Surprise Cookies—a dessert that hides a sweet secret in every bite! Soft, chewy peanut butter cookies are elevated with a hidden burst of mini chocolate candies or chocolate chips tucked inside, creating a playful surprise that’s perfect for kids and adults alike. Made with pantry-friendly ingredients like creamy peanut butter, brown sugar, and a hint of vanilla, these cookies are a breeze to prepare in just 15 minutes of prep time. With their signature crisscross pattern and sweet, melty center, they’re ideal for holiday cookie trays, afternoon snacks, or as an indulgent treat paired with a glass of milk. Try these easy-to-make cookies today and add a touch of fun to your baking routine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar (packed)
- 1 unit Large egg
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Mini chocolate candies or chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl and mix until fully incorporated.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. Do not overmix.
Scoop out about 1 ½ tablespoons of dough and flatten it slightly in your hands. Place a small number of mini chocolate candies or chocolate chips in the center.
Wrap the dough around the chocolate surprise and roll it into a ball. Make sure the chocolate is fully enclosed.
Place the cookie dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Gently press down on each ball with a fork in a crisscross pattern for a classic peanut butter cookie look.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden but the centers are still soft.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Enjoy your Peanut Butter Surprise Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite drink!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3337 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 163.7 g | 210% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.7 g | 299% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 310 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 2142 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 423.5 g | 154% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 276.5 g | ||
| Protein | 69.7 g | 139% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 329 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 1689 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
