Marcia's Peanut Butter Surprises Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible warm chocolate-stuffed peanut butter cookies! Rich, gooey peanut butter cookies with a decadent chocolate surprise inside – you won't be able to resist more than one. Perfect for a cozy night in or a delightful treat to share.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 1193.2 kcal
Protein 39g
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Ingredients for Marcia's Peanut Butter Surprises

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How to Make Marcia's Peanut Butter Surprises

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking soda and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Flatten each ball slightly.
  7. Place a teaspoon of chocolate chips in the center of each cookie.
  8. Roll the dough around the chocolate to completely enclose it.
  9. Place the cookies 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy warm!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

41 g

Sugar

427g

Fat

129g

Carbs

52g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Marcia's Peanut Butter Surprises?

Marcia's Peanut Butter Surprises takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Marcia's Peanut Butter Surprises?

Marcia's Peanut Butter Surprises has approximately 1193.2 calories per serving, with about 39 g protein, 52 g carbohydrates and 87 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Marcia's Peanut Butter Surprises?

The key ingredients for Marcia's Peanut Butter Surprises are Butter, Peanut Butter, Granulated Sugar, Brown Sugar, Egg, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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