A decadent chocolate cookie with a creamy peanut butter surprise in the middle, perfect for satisfying your sweet and salty cravings.
20 min prep
12 min cook
12 servings
280 kcal/serving
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; beat until combined.
Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Chill dough for 10 minutes.
In a separate bowl, mix peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Roll into 12 small balls (about 1 teaspoon each).
Divide cookie dough into 12 equal portions. Flatten each portion into a disc, place a peanut butter ball in the center, and wrap dough around it, sealing edges. Roll into a ball.
Place cookies 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheet. Flatten slightly with a fork.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
Tips
For a softer cookie, bake for 10 minutes; for a crispier cookie, bake for 12 minutes.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.