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Peanut Butter Brownie Swirl Cookies

Peanut Butter Brownie Swirl Cookies
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Peanut Butter Brownie Swirl Cookies are a decadent fusion of fudgy brownie texture and creamy peanut butter cookie dough, creating irresistibly gooey, rich treats perfect for sharing or indulgent snacking. These cookies combine classic chocolate and peanut butter flavors with a beautiful marbled swirl, easy to make with common ingredients and customizable to suit various dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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Brownie Batter

  • 1/2 cup (115g) softened butter
  • 3/4 cup (150g) sugar (brown and granulated combined)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend for GF option)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Peanut Butter Dough

  • 1/2 cup (125g) peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
  • 1/4 cup (50g) sugar
  • 1 large egg

Optional Garnishes and Variations

  • Flaky sea salt (for sprinkling)
  • Chocolate chips or chunks (for extra chocolate)
  • Sunflower seed butter (nut-free alternative)
  • Natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup (healthier twist)
  • Caramel sauce (for salted caramel swirl)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the brownie batter: Start by creaming softened butter and sugar together until fluffy. Incorporate the eggs and vanilla extract, then mix in cocoa powder, flour, and baking powder until smooth. This forms the rich, chocolatey brownie base that will provide the decadent swirl in the cookies.
  2. Make the peanut butter dough: In a separate bowl, blend peanut butter with sugar and egg until creamy and well combined. This dough should be thick but spreadable, forming the perfect contrast to the fudgy brownie batter.
  3. Combine and swirl: On a parchment-lined baking sheet, drop alternating spoonfuls of brownie batter and peanut butter dough close to each other. Use a skewer or toothpick to gently swirl the two together, creating a beautiful marbled effect without blending them completely.
  4. Bake to perfection: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft and gooey. Allow the cookies to cool slightly before transferring them to a wire rack, ensuring they hold their shape while still maintaining their luscious texture.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients such as softened butter and eggs to help doughs combine smoothly.
  • Do not overmix to keep brownies fudgy and peanut butter dough tender.
  • Use gentle, circular motions when swirling to maintain a distinct marbled pattern without merging flavors.
  • Keep a close eye on bake time to ensure cookies remain soft and gooey.
  • If possible, chill both doughs for 20 minutes before baking to improve shape control.
  • Sprinkle flaky sea salt before baking or drizzle melted chocolate or peanut butter after cooling for enhanced flavor.
  • Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, using parchment paper between layers.
  • Freeze in a single layer, then transfer to freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
  • Reheat in microwave (10-15 seconds) or oven (300°F/150°C for 5 minutes) to restore gooey texture.

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