Decadent Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

Ingredients

For the Cookies

3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

2 cups sugar

3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

2 teaspoons baking soda

1 teaspoon salt

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

1 cup creamy peanut butter

2 giant eggs

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

1 cup peanut butter chips

For the Chocolate Peanut Butter Filling

Ingredients, For the Chocolate Peanut Butter Filling:

• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

To Make the Cookies

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a big bowl, cream collectively the butter, peanut butter, and both sugars until light and fluffy.

Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

Gradually add the dry elements to the wet elements, mixing until just mixed.

Stir in the chocolate chips.

Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto the ready baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches aside.

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the sides are golden brown and the facilities are set.

Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool utterly.

To Make the Chocolate Peanut Butter Filling

Instructions: To Make the Chocolate Peanut Butter Filling

1. In a medium bowl, use a hand-held or stand mixer to beat together the butter and peanut butter until clean.
2. Add the confectioners’ sugar, cocoa powder, and milk, and beat until well combined.
3. Stir in the chocolate peanut butter cookies chips and put aside.

To Assemble the Cookies

1. Prepare a Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.

2. Take the Cookie Dough: Divide the dough into 1-inch balls. You can use a cookie scoop or your palms to type the dough.

3. Place on Baking Sheet: Place the dough balls on the ready baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches aside.

4. Flatten the Dough Balls: Use a fork to lightly flatten the dough balls, making a crisscross pattern on prime.

5. Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the sides are lightly golden brown.

6. Transfer and Cool: When done, transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool fully before serving.

7. Add Toppings (Optional): While the cookies are nonetheless heat, you’ll have the ability to sprinkle them with extra toppings of your alternative, such as chopped nuts, mini chocolate chips, or powdered sugar.