Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Cookies Recipe
Delight in these irresistibly delicious Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Cookies, where rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter doughs are perfectly combined to create a beautiful marbled effect. These soft, chewy cookies deliver the best of both flavors in every bite—a perfect treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chocolate Dough
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Peanut Butter Dough
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare for Baking: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking of your cookies.
- Make the Chocolate Dough: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated. Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Set aside.
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Dough: Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in another medium bowl. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy. Add the peanut butter and beat until smooth. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients until just mixed. Set aside.
- Create the Swirl Effect: Measure out equal portions (about 2 tablespoons each) of the chocolate and peanut butter doughs. Gently roll them together by hand to form a ball, being careful not to overmix to keep the distinct swirl pattern. Place each combined dough ball on the prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges appear set while the centers remain slightly soft. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Transfer cookies to cooling racks to cool completely.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter and eggs for easier mixing and better texture.
- To intensify the peanut butter flavor, substitute natural peanut butter but reduce additional salt accordingly.
- Do not overmix the dough once dry ingredients are added to avoid tough cookies.
- For a different twist, sprinkle chocolate chips or chopped peanuts on top before baking.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
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