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Muddy Buddy Cookies Recipe

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These Muddy Buddy Cookies combine the rich flavors of peanut butter and creamy milk chocolate with a delightful powdered sugar finish. Soft yet slightly crispy on the edges, these cookies feature a unique flattened shape achieved after baking, topped with a smooth milk chocolate center. Perfect as a sweet treat for peanut butter lovers, these homemade cookies balance sweetness and texture beautifully.

Ingredients

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Peanut Butter Cookies

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda

Milk Chocolate Center

  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips
  • 1/2 teaspoon canola or vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a cookie sheet by lining it with parchment paper or spraying it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Make the peanut butter cookie dough: In a stand mixer bowl or using a handheld mixer, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the egg and beat until fully combined.
  3. Combine dry ingredients and mix: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet peanut butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined to form the dough.
  4. Shape the cookies: Using about 1 tablespoon of dough per cookie, roll it into balls and place 12 dough balls on the prepared cookie sheet, spaced evenly.
  5. Bake the cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 8 minutes. Note that the cookies will not flatten during baking.
  6. Flatten the cookies: Immediately after removing from the oven, gently press down each cookie using a small flat-bottomed cup or measuring cup to flatten them and create crinkly edges. Allow cookies to cool completely on the cookie sheet; this will take about 1 hour.
  7. Prepare the milk chocolate center: Place the milk chocolate chips and canola or vegetable oil in a microwave-safe bowl or measuring cup. Melt in the microwave for up to 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until smooth and fully melted (usually about 1 minute 30 seconds).
  8. Top cookies with chocolate: Using a spoon, place a small amount of melted chocolate onto the center of each cooled and flattened cookie. Spread gently to cover the center area.
  9. Set the chocolate: Let the chocolate set and cool completely, which takes about 2 hours at room temperature or 15 minutes in the refrigerator.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar: Once the chocolate has hardened, dust the cookies generously with powdered sugar using a powdered sugar sifter, fine mesh strainer, or clean hands.
  11. Storage: Store the cookies at room temperature to maintain chocolate texture. Refrigeration is optional but may keep cookies firmer; however, room temperature is preferred for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Cookies do not flatten during baking, so pressing them down immediately after baking is essential for the desired shape and texture.
  • Microwave melting times may vary; stir frequently to avoid burning chocolate.
  • Allow cookies to cool completely before adding chocolate to prevent melting and ensure proper setting.
  • These cookies are best enjoyed within a few days when stored at room temperature in an airtight container.
  • Use parchment paper or non-stick spray on baking sheets to ensure easy cookie removal.

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