Muddy Buddy Cookies Recipe

Introduction

Muddy Buddy Cookies are a delightful treat combining the rich flavors of peanut butter and milk chocolate with a crisp, crinkly texture. These cookies feature a smooth chocolate center topped with a dusting of powdered sugar, making them perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup milk chocolate chips
• 1/2 teaspoon canola or vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a cookie sheet by lining it with parchment paper or spraying it with cooking spray.
2. Step 2: In a stand mixer bowl or using a handheld mixer, blend together the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy and light in color, about 1-2 minutes. Add the egg and beat until combined.
3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients and beat on low speed until just combined.
4. Step 4: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. Place 12 dough balls evenly spaced on the prepared cookie sheet.
5. Step 5: Bake the cookies for 8 minutes. Note that the cookies will not flatten during baking.
6. Step 6: Immediately after baking, gently press each cookie down with the bottom of a small flat cup or measuring cup to flatten them and create crinkly edges.
7. Step 7: Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet, about 1 hour.
8. Step 8: Melt the milk chocolate chips with canola or vegetable oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and melted (approximately 1.5 to 2 minutes).
9. Step 9: Spoon a small amount of melted chocolate onto the center of each cooled cookie and gently spread it.
10. Step 10: Let the chocolate set completely, either about 2 hours at room temperature or 15 minutes in the refrigerator.
11. Step 11: Once the chocolate is set, dust the cookies with powdered sugar using a sifter, fine mesh strainer, or your clean hands.

Tips & Variations

• For a richer chocolate flavor, try using bittersweet or dark chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate.
• If you prefer a nuttier texture, consider stirring in some chopped roasted peanuts into the dough before baking.
• To make the powdered sugar coating more even, sift the sugar over the cookies from a height of about 6 inches.
• Use parchment paper instead of cooking spray for easier cleanup and to prevent sticking.

Storage

Store Muddy Buddy Cookies at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days. The chocolate center will remain firm once set, so the cookies won’t melt. For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator for up to one week, but bring to room temperature before serving for the best flavor and texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use natural peanut butter instead of creamy peanut butter?

Yes, natural peanut butter can be used, but it may affect the texture slightly. Stir it well before measuring, and be aware the dough might be a bit less creamy.

Why don’t the cookies flatten while baking?

These cookies are designed to hold their shape in the oven. Pressing them flat immediately after baking gives them their characteristic crinkly edges and shape.

Muddy Buddy Cookies Recipe

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Muddy Buddy Cookies are delightful peanut butter cookies topped with a rich, melty milk chocolate center and a dusting of powdered sugar. These cookies have a unique texture, as they do not flatten during baking but are gently pressed down afterward to create crinkly edges. Perfect for peanut butter and chocolate lovers, they combine creamy sweetness with a crisp yet tender bite.

• Author: Sienna
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 8 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
• Yield: 12 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Peanut Butter Cookie Dough

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda

Milk Chocolate Center

• 1 cup milk chocolate chips
• 1/2 teaspoon canola or vegetable oil

Topping

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a cookie sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly spraying it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
2. Make the Peanut Butter Cookie Dough: In a stand mixer bowl or using a handheld mixer, cream together softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until the mixture is creamy and light in color, about 1 to 2 minutes. Add the egg and continue beating until well incorporated.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and baking powder to distribute the leavening agents evenly.
4. Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Add the dry ingredients to the wet peanut butter mixture and beat on low speed just until everything is combined, being careful not to overmix.
5. Shape Cookies: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into balls. Place 12 dough balls spaced on the prepared cookie sheet.
6. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8 minutes. Note that the cookies will not flatten during baking.
7. Press Cookies: Immediately after baking, use a small flat-bottomed cup or the bottom of a measuring cup to gently press down each cookie, flattening it and creating beautiful crinkled edges.
8. Cool Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet, which will take about an hour.
9. Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe container, combine the milk chocolate chips and canola oil. Microwave for up to 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until fully melted and smooth.
10. Apply Chocolate Centers: Using a spoon, place a small amount of the melted chocolate onto the center of each cooled cookie and spread gently.
11. Set Chocolate: Let the chocolate set and cool completely. This can take approximately 2 hours at room temperature or about 15 minutes if placed in the refrigerator.
12. Dust with Powdered Sugar: Once the chocolate centers are firm, use a powdered sugar sifter, fine mesh strainer, or your clean hands to dust the cookies evenly with powdered sugar.
13. Store: Store the cookies at room temperature to keep the chocolate center firm without melting. Alternatively, they can be refrigerated, but room temperature is preferred for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

• Do not flatten the cookies before baking; they only flatten when pressed immediately after baking to create their signature texture and appearance.
• Be careful not to overbake; 8 minutes is enough to set the cookies while keeping them tender.
• If your chocolate starts to harden while spreading, gently reheat it for a few seconds to maintain smoothness.
• Allow cookies to cool completely before adding chocolate centers to avoid melting.
• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

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