Peanut Butter Cookie Cups
Peanut Butter Cookie Cups are a scrumptious blend of creamy peanut butter and soft cookie dough, creating delightful bites that everyone will love. These charming treats can be filled with chocolate or jam, making them perfect for any occasion—be it parties, family gatherings, or cozy nights in. With a simple recipe that’s easy to follow, you’ll bring joy and nostalgia into every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cookie cups 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin with nonstick spray.
- In one bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and baking soda.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and peanut butter until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Gradually combine the dry mixture with the wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Spoon the dough into muffin cups and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Allow cooling slightly before filling with chocolate or jam.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie cup (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg