Description
These rich and fudgy Buckeye Brownie Cookies combine the best of brownies, peanut butter, and chocolate. Each cookie is filled with a creamy peanut butter center and topped with a dark chocolate drizzle, creating an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Cookies:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- For the Peanut Butter Filling:
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- For the Chocolate Drizzle:
- 4 oz dark chocolate, melted
Instructions
- Melt the butter and chocolate: Melt butter and chocolate in the microwave or a double boiler. Cool slightly.
- Make the cookie dough: Beat eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until thick and pale. Stir in the melted chocolate mixture.
- Add dry ingredients: Fold in flour, baking powder, and salt. Chill the dough for 30 minutes.
- Prepare peanut butter filling: Mix peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Roll into small balls (about 1 tsp each).
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Assemble the cookies: Scoop 1 tbsp of chilled dough, flatten slightly, and wrap around a peanut butter ball. Roll into a ball.
- Bake the cookies: Place cookies on the baking sheet, 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are set. Let cool completely.
- Drizzle with chocolate: Drizzle melted dark chocolate over the cooled cookies.
- Serve: Indulge in fudgy brownie cookies with a creamy peanut butter surprise!
Notes
- If you prefer a stronger peanut butter flavor, you can add a bit more peanut butter to the filling.
- These cookies are perfect for holiday gifting or any special occasion.
- For a smooth finish, ensure the chocolate drizzle is done after the cookies are fully cooled.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes