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Buckeye Brownie Cookies

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Buckeye Brownie Cookies are rich, fudgy chocolate cookies topped with creamy peanut butter and a smooth chocolate glaze. Inspired by the classic Ohio Buckeye candies, these cookies combine the best of brownies and peanut butter cups in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips until smooth. Stir and let cool slightly.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until creamy.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients until a thick dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes.
  6. While the dough chills, prepare the peanut butter filling by mixing peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Shape into small discs.
  7. Scoop cookie dough (about 1½ tablespoons each) and place on baking sheet 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set but centers are soft.
  9. Immediately press a peanut butter disc onto each warm cookie. Allow to cool slightly.
  10. Melt milk chocolate chips and drizzle or spread over each cookie. Let cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • Chill the dough for thicker, bakery-style cookies.
  • Don’t overbake; cookies should be slightly soft in the center.
  • Allow melted chocolate to cool before topping peanut butter layer.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for 2 months.
  • Use dark chocolate chips or add espresso powder for richer flavor.

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