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Little Cookie Peanut Butter Bites

Irresistibly Soft Little Cookie Peanut Butter Bites Recipe

Indulge in Little Cookie Peanut Butter Bites, a soft treat with a gooey peanut butter surprise that’s perfect for sharing and variations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 bites
Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Muffin pan
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup Flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder No direct substitution recommended.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Brown sugar can be used for richer flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Flax egg works for vegan alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used as a twist.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Coconut oil for dairy-free version.
  • 1/2 cup Peanut Butter Almond butter is a good substitute.

Filling

  • 12 pieces Mini Peanut Butter Cups Can substitute with caramel-filled chocolates or mini marshmallows.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 12-count mini muffin pan.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and softened butter in a stand mixer. Mix until dough forms.
  • Press 1-2 tablespoons of dough into each muffin cup.
  • Bake the cookie bases for 10 minutes until lightly golden brown, then bake an additional 5-8 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and place a mini peanut butter cup in the center of each cookie while they're still warm.

Notes

For an extra touch, drizzle with melted chocolate. Store in an airtight container for freshness.
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