Chocolate-Centered Peanut Butter Swirls
Indulge in a delightful twist on the classic peanut butter cookie with these Chocolate-Centered Peanut Butter Swirls. Each bite reveals a rich, melted chocolate core enveloped in a soft and chewy peanut butter cookie. This unique dessert combines the beloved flavors of creamy peanut butter and semi-sweet chocolate, creating a heavenly treat that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a unique dessert for a gathering or a sweet treat to satisfy your cravings, these cookies are sure to impress with their beautiful swirl pattern and irresistible taste. The dough needs a bit of chill time to develop its flavors, so plan ahead for the best results!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
shortening
1/2 cup (Crisco is recommended.)
white sugar
1/2 cup (Granulated.)
brown sugar
1/2 cup (Packed.)
smooth peanut butter
1/2 cup (Choose your favorite brand.)
egg
1 (Large.)
milk
2 tablespoons (Any milk will suffice.)
flour
1 1/4 cups (Sifted before measuring.)
baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (Leavening agent.)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (Kosher or table salt.)
semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup (One 6-oz package.)
Instructions
1
Begin by creaming together the shortening and sugars in a large mixing bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy, which typically takes about 3-5 minutes.
2
Once creamy, incorporate the smooth peanut butter, egg, and milk into the mixture, ensuring everything is well combined.
3
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt to aerate the dry ingredients. Gradually add this dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until fully incorporated.
4
Prepare a clean, lightly floured piece of waxed paper or parchment paper. Turn your peanut butter cookie dough onto this surface and gently roll it out into a rectangle measuring approximately 15x8 inches.
5
To prepare the chocolate filling, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips using a double boiler method over simmering water, stirring until smooth. Allow the melted chocolate to cool slightly before spreading it evenly over the rolled-out peanut butter dough.
6
Carefully roll the dough up from one end to the other, using the waxed paper to assist in creating a tight, even log. Once rolled, wrap the log tightly in the waxed paper and chill in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes until firm.
7
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while the dough chills. After chilling, remove the dough from the refrigerator and slice it into 1/4-inch thick discs.
8
Place the sliced cookies onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving enough space between each cookie for spreading. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
9
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Chocolate-Centered Peanut Butter Swirls?
They are a unique dessert featuring a soft and chewy peanut butter cookie dough rolled around a rich, melted chocolate core to create a beautiful swirl pattern.
What is the recommended shortening for this recipe?
Crisco is the recommended brand of shortening for these cookies.
How long should I cream the shortening and sugars?
You should cream the shortening, white sugar, and brown sugar together for about 3-5 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
What type of peanut butter works best?
Smooth peanut butter is recommended to ensure the dough has a consistent texture for rolling.
How many eggs are used in the dough?
The recipe calls for one large egg.
What kind of milk can I use?
Any type of milk will suffice for the two tablespoons required in the recipe.
Should the flour be prepared in any special way?
Yes, the flour should be sifted before measuring to ensure it is properly aerated.
What are the leavening agents in these cookies?
This recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda as the primary leavening agent.
What size should the dough rectangle be when rolled out?
The peanut butter cookie dough should be rolled out into a rectangle measuring approximately 15x8 inches.
How do I prepare the chocolate filling?
Melt one cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips using a double boiler method over simmering water until smooth.
What type of chocolate chips should I use?
Semi-sweet chocolate chips are used for the filling, specifically a 6-oz package.
Do I need to cool the chocolate before spreading it?
Yes, allow the melted chocolate to cool slightly before spreading it evenly over the peanut butter dough.
How do I form the swirl log?
Carefully roll the dough up from one end to the other, using the waxed paper to assist in creating a tight, even log.
How long does the dough log need to chill?
The dough log should be wrapped tightly in waxed paper and chilled in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes until firm.
What is the preheat temperature for the oven?
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
How thick should I slice the cookie discs?
After chilling, slice the log into 1/4-inch thick discs.
Should the baking sheets be greased?
No, the sliced cookies should be placed onto ungreased baking sheets.
How long do the cookies bake?
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes.
How can I tell when the cookies are finished baking?
The cookies are done when the edges are lightly golden.
What is the cooling process for these cookies?
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
What is the total ingredient count for this recipe?
There are 10 main ingredients in this recipe.
What surface is best for rolling the dough?
A clean, lightly floured piece of waxed paper or parchment paper is recommended for rolling the dough.
Why is chilling the dough necessary?
Chilling makes the dough firm enough to slice easily and helps develop the flavors.
Can I use table salt for this recipe?
Yes, the recipe requires 1/2 teaspoon of either kosher or table salt.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe despite the unique swirl technique.
What is the texture of the finished cookie?
The cookies have a soft and chewy texture with a rich, chocolatey center.
Is this recipe suitable for holidays?
Yes, these are categorized under holiday cookies and make a great addition to any festive gathering.
What are the main categories for this recipe?
The recipe is categorized under dessert, cookies, peanut butter, and chocolate.
How much white sugar is needed?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of granulated white sugar.
How much brown sugar is needed?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar.