Peanut Butter Surprise Cookies Recipe

Get ready for a delightful surprise! These soft chocolate cookies hide a gooey peanut butter center that will blow your mind. The perfect blend of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter makes these cookies irresistible. A fun twist on a classic, perfect for baking with kids or impressing your friends!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 38 mins
Calories 404.1 kcal
Protein 17g
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Ingredients for Peanut Butter Surprise Cookies

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How to Make Peanut Butter Surprise Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1 teaspoon baking soda in a small bowl. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, ½ cup packed brown sugar, and ½ cup creamy peanut butter until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup powdered sugar and 1 ½ cups creamy peanut butter until smooth.
  7. Roll the peanut butter filling into 1-inch balls. Alternatively, chill the filling slightly, roll it into a log, and slice into 1-inch pieces.
  8. Take a small amount of cookie dough, about twice the size of a filling ball. Shape it into a cup.
  9. Place a peanut butter filling ball into the dough cup and pinch the dough to seal it completely.
  10. Place the filled dough balls about 2 inches apart on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  11. Lightly dip the bottom of a glass in granulated sugar and gently flatten each cookie ball.
  12. Bake for 7-8 minutes, or until the edges are set.
  13. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 3 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

126g

Fat

43g

Carbs

16g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Peanut Butter Surprise Cookies?

Peanut Butter Surprise Cookies takes about 58 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 38 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Peanut Butter Surprise Cookies?

Peanut Butter Surprise Cookies has approximately 404.1 calories per serving, with about 17 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 32 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Peanut Butter Surprise Cookies?

The key ingredients for Peanut Butter Surprise Cookies are All Purpose Flour, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Baking Soda, White Sugar, Brown Sugar, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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