Peanut Buttercup Cookies
These Peanut Buttercup Cookies combine creamy peanut butter and chocolate for a delightful treat that's perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter Use creamy or natural peanut butter.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar Packed brown sugar is recommended.
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Topping Ingredients
- 12 pieces mini Reese's cups or peanut butter cups For topping each cookie.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough and roll into balls. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced about 2 inches apart.
Baking
- Bake in preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
- Immediately press a mini Reese's cup into the center of each cookie after removing from the oven.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze with parchment paper between layers.