Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Cups

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A Sweet, Salty, Chocolatey Bite of Heaven!

If you love the classic combo of peanut butter and chocolate, you’re in for a treat. These Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Cups are everything a dessert should be: rich, soft, chewy, creamy, and irresistibly delicious. Picture a perfectly baked cookie hugging a luscious peanut butter center—finished with melty chocolate chips and a drizzle of even more chocolate.

This recipe is easy enough for beginners but delicious enough to wow at any party, bake sale, or cozy night in. Let’s bake some magic!

📋 Ingredients:

Dry:

  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt

Wet:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg

Mix-ins and Filling:

  • 1 cup chocolate chips (divided: ½ cup in dough, ½ cup for topping)
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar

👩‍🍳 Directions:

Step 1: Preheat & Prep

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin with non-stick spray or butter.

Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3: Make the Cookie Dough

In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla extract and egg, and mix until well incorporated.

Step 4: Add the Dry to the Wet

Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Stir just until combined—don’t overmix! Fold in ½ cup of chocolate chips.

Step 5: Shape the Cookie Cups

Scoop the dough into the muffin tin, filling each cavity about two-thirds full. Press the tops down gently to flatten.

Step 6: Bake

Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool in the tin for about 5 minutes.

Step 7: Make the Peanut Butter Filling

While the cookie cups cool slightly, stir together the peanut butter and powdered sugar in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.

Step 8: Create the Centers

Use the back of a spoon to gently press down the center of each cookie cup, forming a well for the filling. Let cool completely before filling.

Step 9: Fill & Finish

Spoon a generous dollop of the peanut butter mixture into each cookie cup. Top with the remaining chocolate chips.

Step 10: Optional Chocolate Drizzle

Melt a few extra chocolate chips in the microwave or over a double boiler. Use a spoon or piping bag to drizzle melted chocolate over the tops for an extra indulgent finish.

Step 11: Chill & Serve

Place the cookie cups in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes to help the filling set. Then, serve and watch them disappear!

⏱ Time Breakdown:

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Bake Time: 10–12 minutes
  • Cool & Chill Time: ~15 minutes
  • Total Time: ~45 minutes

🍽 Yield:

  • Makes 8 generous servings

🔥 Nutrition (per serving):

  • Calories: ~280 kcal
    Note: May vary based on brands or toppings.

🧁 Variations & Tips:

  • Add crunch: Use crunchy peanut butter or top with chopped peanuts.
  • Holiday vibes: Top with red and green M&Ms for Christmas, or heart sprinkles for Valentine’s Day.
  • Mini version: Use a mini muffin tin for bite-sized cookie cups—reduce baking time to 8–9 minutes.
  • Gluten-free: Swap all-purpose flour for a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.

🥛 Serve With:

  • A cold glass of milk
  • Hot chocolate
  • A scoop of vanilla or peanut butter ice cream

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