Brownie Cookies Peanut Butter (Printable Version)
Soft brownie dough and creamy peanut butter come together in these cookies with a crispy outside and gooey center.
# What You'll Need:
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1 cup white sugar.
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract (split in half).
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda.
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2 large eggs (used separately).
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1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (split).
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1/4 teaspoon baking powder.
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1/3 cup cocoa powder.
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3/4 cup butter (split: 1/4 cup softened, 1/2 cup melted).
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1/2 cup brown sugar.
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1/2 teaspoon salt (divided).
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1/2 cup creamy peanut butter.
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1/2 cup chocolate chips.
# Steps to Follow:
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Whip together softened butter, peanut butter, and brown sugar until creamy. Stir in the egg and half the vanilla, then gently fold in the mix of flour, baking soda, and salt.
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Blend melted butter with sugar, then mix in cocoa powder until smooth. Stir in the egg and the rest of the vanilla, followed by the flour, baking powder, salt, and chocolate chips.
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Pop both doughs into the fridge for about 30 minutes until they’re firm enough to shape.
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Grab some of each dough and place them side by side on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Use a toothpick to gently swirl them together.
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Bake at 350°F for 9-11 minutes. Edges should look done, but keep the centers soft.
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Let the cookies settle on the baking sheet for about 5-10 minutes before transferring to a rack to cool completely.
# Additional Notes:
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Cookies should have soft centers when done.
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Don’t go overboard when swirling the doughs.
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You can leave the dough in the fridge overnight if you want.