These soft and chewy peanut butter cookies are stuffed with rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter, creating an irresistible melt-in-your-mouth treat. Perfect for peanut butter lovers, these cookies are easy to make and incredibly indulgent.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup peanut butter (creamy)
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
For the Filling:
½ cup peanut butter (for stuffing)
½ cup chocolate chips (melted)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Cookie Dough
In a large bowl, beat butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and creamy. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until fully incorporated.
3. Prepare the Filling
In a small bowl, melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Set aside.
4. Assemble the Cookies
Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of cookie dough and flatten slightly.
Place ½ teaspoon peanut butter and a small drizzle of melted chocolate in the center.
Cover with another piece of cookie dough, sealing the edges to enclose the filling.
5. Chill the Dough
Refrigerate the stuffed cookie dough balls for 15–20 minutes to firm up before baking.
6. Bake the Cookies
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until golden brown.
7. Cool and Serve
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Enjoy warm for an extra gooey center.
Tips for the Best Cookies
Use creamy peanut butter for a smooth filling.
Chill the dough before baking to prevent spreading.
Press edges firmly to keep the filling inside while baking.
Drizzle extra melted chocolate on top for a decorative finish.
Variations to Try
Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies – Add ½ cup cocoa powder to the dough.
Nutty Crunch Version – Mix in chopped peanuts for added texture.
Sea Salt Peanut Butter Cookies – Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before baking.
Storage & Reheating
Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Freezer: Freeze unbaked stuffed cookie dough balls for up to 2 months and bake directly from frozen.
Reheat: Warm in the microwave for 10 seconds for a gooey center.
These Peanut Butter Chocolate Stuffed Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with peanut butter-chocolate goodness. Perfect for any occasion, they’re guaranteed to satisfy your sweet cravings. Enjoy!