Description

Indulge in the delightful taste of Peanut Butter Cookie Cups, where sweet and salty flavors unite in a heavenly treat. These soft, chewy cookie cups are filled with creamy peanut butter that oozes with every bite, making them perfect for sharing at parties or enjoying during cozy movie nights. Easy to make and customizable, these little bites of joy will become your go-to dessert!

Ingredients

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1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 cup creamy peanut butter (or crunchy)
1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
In another bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
Add the egg and peanut butter; mix until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
Grease a muffin tin and scoop about one tablespoon of dough into each cup, pressing down lightly to create an indentation.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain slightly soft.
Let cool before adding desired fillings like extra peanut butter or chocolate chips.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 135
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding chopped nuts or using different types of chocolate for unique flavors. For firmer cookie cups, chill the dough before baking.