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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies with Espresso Drizzle

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These peanut butter chocolate chip cookies are elevated by a rich espresso drizzle for the perfect sweet and savory combo.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 12 cookies
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies:

  • Unsalted butter softened: ½ cup
  • Peanut butter: ½ cup
  • Granulated sugar: ½ cup
  • Brown sugar packed: ½ cup
  • All-purpose flour: 1 ¼ cups
  • Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
  • Salt: ½ teaspoon
  • Large egg: 1
  • Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
  • Semi-sweet chocolate chips: 1 cup

For the Espresso Drizzle:

  • Instant espresso powder: 1 tablespoon
  • Heavy cream: 2 tablespoons
  • Powdered sugar: ¼ cup

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Baking Sheet
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients for Cookies
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  • Step 3: Cream Peanut Butter, Butter, and Sugars
  • Beat peanut butter, butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
  • Step 4: Add Wet Ingredients
  • Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
  • Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
  • Step 6: Stir in Chocolate Chips
  • Fold in the chocolate chips.
  • Step 7: Shape the Dough
  • Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  • Step 8: Bake
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool.
  • Step 9: Prepare the Espresso Drizzle
  • In a saucepan, dissolve espresso powder in heavy cream over low heat. Stir in powdered sugar.
  • Step 10: Drizzle and Serve
  • Drizzle the espresso mixture over the cooled cookies.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving):

  • Calories: 220
  • Total Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g

Key Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving):

  • Iron: 8% DV
  • Calcium: 4% DV
  • Vitamin A: 6% DV
  • Magnesium: 5% DV
  • Potassium: 180 mg

Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe

  • Peanut Butter Lovers: Use crunchy peanut butter for extra texture.
  • Chocolate Chips: Feel free to mix in dark or milk chocolate chips for a different flavor.
  • Drizzle: Add more espresso for a stronger kick in your drizzle.
  • Cookie Texture: For chewier cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.