Peanut Butter Filled Chocolate Cookies

Indulge in the ultimate dessert duo with these Peanut Butter Filled Chocolate Cookies—soft, fudgy chocolate cookies that conceal a luscious, creamy peanut butter center. Perfectly balanced between rich cocoa flavor and nutty sweetness, these cookies are a treat for all chocolate and peanut butter lovers. The dough comes together easily with pantry staples like cocoa powder, butter, and sugar, while the peanut butter filling adds a decadent surprise in every bite. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a quick bake, these cookies are a must-try for any occasion. Enjoy them warm for an ooey-gooey center or store them for a make-ahead dessert that will wow your friends and family. Whether you're baking for a party, a gift, or simply because you crave this iconic flavor combination, these Peanut Butter Filled Chocolate Cookies are pure perfection.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar
• 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. If desired, fold in the chocolate chips at this stage.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the peanut butter and powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth and slightly firm, forming the filling.

Step 7

Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the cookie dough and flatten it into a disc in your hand. Take about 1 teaspoon of the peanut butter filling, roll it into a small ball, and place it in the center of the disc.

Step 8

Wrap the edges of the cookie dough around the peanut butter ball, ensuring the filling is fully covered. Roll it gently into a ball and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.

Step 9

Place the cookie dough balls about 2 inches apart on the baking sheets.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, until the cookies are set around the edges but still soft in the center.

Step 11

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy your homemade Peanut Butter Filled Chocolate Cookies!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(889.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3608.3

Total Fat 165.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 343.5mg	0%
Sodium 2516.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 537.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 62.3g	0%
Total Sugars 318.1g
Protein 84.0g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 439.3mg	0%
Iron 33.9mg	0%
Potassium 3256.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.4%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 54.1%