Peanut Butter Cookie Bites (Print-Friendly Version)

Peanut butter bites with chocolate centers and golden edge, ideal for dessert lovers and easy gatherings.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Cookie Dough

01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
03 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1 large egg (optional)
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 2 cups all-purpose flour

→ Peanut Butter Filling

07 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
08 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar

→ Add-ins and Topping

09 - 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
10 - 1/4 cup crushed Reese's Pieces, chopped peanuts, or mini M&Ms (optional)
11 - 1 egg yolk mixed with 1 tablespoon water, for brushing

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a standard muffin tin with paper liners to ensure cookie bites release easily after baking.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light in color and fluffy. Add the egg if using, along with vanilla extract, and blend well. Gradually mix in all-purpose flour until a smooth, soft dough forms.
03 - In a separate small bowl, combine creamy peanut butter with powdered sugar and beat until fully integrated and smooth. Divide this filling into 24 to 30 evenly sized balls and refrigerate for approximately 10 minutes to firm up.
04 - Scoop tablespoon-size portions of cookie dough and flatten lightly. Press a chilled peanut butter ball in the center of each portion, then gently wrap the dough around the filling to enclose completely. Place in the prepared muffin tin. Sprinkle semi-sweet chocolate chips and optional toppings over each cookie bite.
05 - Brush the surface of each cookie bite with the egg yolk and water mixture to encourage a deep golden color during baking.
06 - Place muffin tin in the preheated oven. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until cookie edges are gently golden and centers are just set.
07 - Allow cookie bites to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. The peanut butter center will remain soft while warm and become firmer upon cooling.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - The egg in the dough is optional; omitting it works for dairy- or egg-free diets but may alter the cookies' tenderness.

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