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Buckeye Brownie Cookies

Buckeye Brownie Cookies
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Buckeye Brownie Cookies combine the rich, fudgy texture of classic brownies with the irresistible flavor of creamy peanut butter in a perfectly bite-sized cookie. Easy to make and customizable, these decadent treats are ideal for parties, holidays, or everyday indulgence, delivering a luscious chocolate and peanut butter experience that’s sure to delight everyone.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version)
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (or substitute coconut sugar for a healthier option)
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Primary Flavor

  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (or sunflower seed butter for nut-free option)

Optional Add-Ins

  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • Sea salt flakes for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough: Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring to form a thick, brownie-like dough.
  2. Incorporate peanut butter: Fold in the peanut butter, either mixing it evenly throughout the dough or dolloping it in swirls on top, depending on your preferred flavor distribution.
  3. Shape the cookies: Use a cookie scoop or spoon to portion the dough into even balls. Place them on a lined baking sheet, spacing each ball slightly apart to allow for spreading during baking.
  4. Bake to perfection: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes. They should appear set on the edges but still soft in the center to maintain their fudgy texture once cooled.
  5. Cool and serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to finish cooling. This helps the cookies set while preserving moisture.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter and eggs for smoother mixing and better texture.
  • Do not overbake; remove cookies while soft in the center for that signature fudgy chewiness.
  • If dough is too sticky, chill briefly to make shaping easier and prevent excessive spreading.
  • Choose high-quality natural or creamy peanut butter with minimal additives for best flavor.
  • Customize with chocolate chips, nuts, or sea salt flakes to suit your taste.
  • Dough can be refrigerated up to 2 days before baking; bring to room temperature before baking.
  • Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Warm frozen or leftover cookies in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to restore softness before serving.

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