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 Rich brownie cookies paired with creamy peanut butter filling are easy to make and irresistibly delicious!

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Are you looking for a delicious and indulgent treat that your family will absolutely devour, but don’t have hours to spend in the kitchen? Then I have the BEST recipe to share with you today!

 These easy chocolate and peanut butter sandwich cookies are the perfect solution. With rich, homemade brownie cookies and a creamy peanut butter filling, these cookies are not only decadent but also simple to make. Plus, they’re ready in about 30 minutes!

Why You’ll Love These Chocolate Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies

These cookie sandwiches are a homemade version of everyone’s favorite chocolate and peanut butter combo. Imagine a rich brownie, shaped like a cookie, with a creamy, dreamy peanut butter filling sandwiched in between. Each bite is pure bliss, combining the gooey, chocolaty goodness with the smooth, sweet peanut butter.

Brownie Cookie Sandwich Ingredients

For the brownie cookies:

• 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup white sugar
• 2 eggs, room temperature
• ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup cocoa powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt

For the peanut butter filling:

• 1 cup peanut butter
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Chocolate Peanut Butter Sandwiches Step by Step Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Melt the Chocolate and Butter: Place the butter and chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.

Mix the Eggs and Sugars: Using a hand-held electric mixer or standing mixer, mix the eggs and sugars on high speed for about 3 minutes.

Combine the Mixtures: On low speed, slowly add the chocolate and butter mixture to the egg mixture.

Add Dry Ingredients: Add the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix until the dough is smooth.

Scoop and Bake: Using a standard-size cookie scooper, scoop the dough onto the tray, spreading the cookies 2 inches apart. Bake for about 10 minutes or until the cookies have cracked and the centers appear gooey. Let the cookies cool completely.

Prepare the Filling: For the peanut butter filling, combine the peanut butter and softened butter using a mixer. Beat until creamy. Then, add the powdered sugar, cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until fluffy.

Assemble the Cookies: Place the peanut butter filling into a piping bag and pipe it onto the backside of a cookie. Close the sandwich with another cookie. Repeat with the remaining cookies.

(Don’t have piping bags? Place your peanut butter filling in a gallon sized Ziploc bag. Snip a bottom corner and use it to quickly pipe out your frosting!)

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Why These Cookies Are Perfect for When You’re Short On Time

• Quick and Easy: With a prep time of just 15 minutes and a cook time of 10 minutes, you can whip these up in no time.
• Decadent and Delicious: The combination of rich brownie cookies and creamy peanut butter filling is irresistible.
• Family Favorite: These cookies are a hit with kids and adults alike. They’re perfect for dessert or a sweet snack.
• Make-Ahead Friendly: You can easily prepare these cookies ahead of time and store them for a quick treat throughout the week.

FAQs for Making Cookie Sandwiches

1. Can I use natural peanut butter?
   • It’s best to use traditional creamy peanut butter like Jif or Skippy, as natural peanut butter can alter the texture of the filling.
2. How should I store the cookies?
   • Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
3. Can I freeze these cookie sandwiches?
   • Yes, you can freeze them. Just wrap each cookie sandwich individually in wax paper and then wrap in plastic wrap and store them in a freezer bag.
4. Can I use other types of chocolate?
   • Semi-sweet chocolate chips work best, but you can experiment with milk or dark chocolate chips if you prefer.
5. How do I know when the cookies are done baking?
   • The brownie cookies are done when they have cracked and the centers still appear slightly gooey.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Sandwiches Recipe Variations

• Chocolate and Nutella Sandwiches: Swap the peanut butter filling with Nutella for a different flavor twist.
• Almond Butter Filling: Substitute almond butter for peanut butter if you prefer a nutty alternative.

Tools Used in Recipe:

• Cookie Scoop Set
• Hand Mixer
• Piping Bags

These easy chocolate and peanut butter sandwich cookies are sure to become a family favorite. Try them out and let me know what you think in the comments below! 

Happy Baking!

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Brownie Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies

Yield: 10 Cookie Sandwiches

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Additional Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

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Ingredients

BROWNIE COOKIES:

• 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup white sugar
• 2 eggs, room temperature
• ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup cocoa powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt

PEANUT BUTTER FILLING:

• 1 cup peanut butter
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 baking trays with parchment paper. 
2. Place the butter and chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave in 15 second intervals, stirring in-between, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth. 
3. Using a hand-held or standing mixer, mix the eggs and sugars for approximately 3 minutes on high-speed.
4. Put the mixer on low and slowly begin to add the chocolate and butter mixture. 
5. Add the flour, cocoa powder, and salt and mix until the dough is smooth. 
6. Using a standard size cookie scooper, scoop the dough onto the tray. You should have about 20 brownie cookies to make the 10 sandwiches. Spread the cookies 2 inches apart. Bake for approximately 10 minutes or until the cookies have cracked. The center of the cookie should appear gooey. Allow the cookie to fully cool while making the peanut butter filling. 
7. For the peanut butter filling, combine the peanut butter and softened butter using a hand-held or standing mixer. Beat until creamy and then add the powdered sugar, cream, vanilla extract, and salt until fluffy. 
8. Place the peanut butter filling into a piping bag and pipe the filling onto the back side of the cookie. Close the cookie sandwich with another cookie. Repeat the process with the remaining cookies and serve. 

Notes

 Do not use a natural peanut butter. Traditional creamy peanut butters such Jiff work best.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 560Total Fat: 35gSaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 76mgSodium: 199mgCarbohydrates: 59gFiber: 3gSugar: 43gProtein: 9g

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