Crumbl peanut butter muddy buddies (Printer-Friendly)
Thick peanut butter base topped with milk chocolate and crunchy muddy buddies, perfect for holiday indulgence.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Peanut Butter Cookie Base
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1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1/2 cup packed brown sugar
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1/3 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg, room temperature
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Toppings
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2/3 cup milk chocolate chips
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2 teaspoons vegetable or canola oil
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Muddy Buddies (store-bought or homemade)
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Using a mixer, cream together softened butter, smooth peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and blend until smooth and fully combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add the dry mix to the wet mixture, stirring until no streaks of flour remain.
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Scoop nine equal portions of dough using a large cookie scoop. Roll each into a ball, flatten to approximately 1/4 inch thickness, then freeze the discs for 15 minutes to firm.
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Bake the chilled dough discs in the preheated oven for 12 to 13 minutes until edges are set and centers slightly soft.
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Combine milk chocolate chips and vegetable oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and fully melted.
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Immediately spread the melted chocolate over each warm cookie, then sprinkle with muddy buddies pieces. Allow to cool completely on the baking sheet before serving.
# Helpful Hints:
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Chilling the cookies with chocolate topping will cause the chocolate to harden; warm briefly in the microwave before serving to soften.
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Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or refrigerate for up to 7 days.
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Cookies can be frozen without toppings for up to 2 months; thaw in fridge overnight before adding fresh toppings.