Description
These Peanut Butter Cup Cookies are a chocolate and peanut butter lover’s dream come true. Combining rich, creamy peanut butter with mini peanut butter cups and a sprinkle of sea salt, these cookies offer the perfect balance of sweet and salty. Optional chocolate drizzle takes these cookies to the next level, making them a decadent treat for any occasion. With their chewy texture and irresistible flavor, these cookies are sure to be a hit at any party or as a delicious homemade snack!
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ cup mini peanut butter cups, chopped
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional for drizzle)
- Sea salt, for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. - Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a large bowl, mix together the peanut butter, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and baking soda until well combined. The dough will be thick and sticky. - Add Peanut Butter Cups:
Fold in the chopped mini peanut butter cups, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough. - Form the Cookies:
Using a cookie scoop or your hands, form tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. - Flatten the Cookies:
Press each cookie down gently with a fork to flatten slightly. - Bake the Cookies:
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. The cookies will firm up as they cool. - Optional Chocolate Drizzle:
If using, melt the chocolate chips in a small microwave-safe bowl for 20-30 seconds, stirring every 10 seconds, until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cookies for an extra layer of sweetness. - Add Sea Salt:
If desired, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over each cookie while still warm for a perfect balance of sweet and salty. - Cool the Cookies:
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a richer chocolate flavor, drizzle extra melted chocolate over the cookies after they cool.
- Adjust the amount of sea salt to your preference for the perfect sweet and salty balance.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American