Description
Delight in these Peanut Butter Brownie Swirl Cookies that combine rich brownie mix with creamy peanut butter for a soft, chewy treat. Perfectly balanced with a hint of vanilla and optional chocolate chips, these cookies offer a decadent swirl of flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Base
- 1 box brownie mix (for a 9×9″ pan, 18.5 oz)
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Optional
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the brownie mix, peanut butter, softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well combined and creamy.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Crack in the egg and add vanilla extract, then stir in the flour, baking soda, and salt until a cohesive dough forms.
- Shape Cookies: Drop rounded spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Add Chocolate Chips: If desired, gently fold chocolate chips into the dough before dropping onto the baking sheet for added texture and flavor.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges appear set and the tops have a slightly cracked surface, indicating they are done.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely for the best texture.
Notes
- Using peanut butter varieties (creamy or chunky) will alter the texture slightly; chunky adds more crunch.
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and better texture.
- Do not overbake; the cookies should be slightly soft when removed as they firm up while cooling.
- Chocolate chips are optional but add a nice chocolate contrast to the peanut butter flavor.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
