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Cozy Peanut Butter Cup Cookies Recipe with Easy Melted Chocolate Centers

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These cozy peanut butter cup cookies feature a slightly crisp edge with a gooey melted chocolate center, perfect for cozy nights and casual gatherings. Quick and easy to make with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups (150g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • About 24 mini peanut butter cups

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup packed brown sugar until fluffy and light in color, about 3 minutes with an electric mixer.
  3. Mix in 1 cup creamy peanut butter, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough (about 1.5 tablespoons each) onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Gently press one mini peanut butter cup into the center of each dough ball, slightly sinking it but not pushing it all the way through.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still look soft.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Do not overbake to keep the chocolate center gooey. Use room temperature ingredients for easier mixing. Press peanut butter cups gently to avoid flattening the dough. Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep them soft longer. Dough can be refrigerated up to 24 hours before baking. For gluten-free, substitute almond flour; for dairy-free, use coconut oil and vegan peanut butter cups.

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