Peanut Butter Snickers Delight Cookies
Indulge in the ultimate sweet surprise with our Peanut Butter Snickers Delight Cookies! This delectable treat features a rich, creamy peanut butter dough that encases a miniature Snickers candy bar, delivering a luscious burst of chocolate and caramel at first bite. Perfectly baked to a golden brown, these cookies provide a delightful contrast of textures—from the crisp edges to the soft, chewy center. Ideal for holiday gatherings, cookie platters, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, these cookies will leave everyone guessing what's inside. If you're a fan of peanut butter and Snickers, this is a dessert you won't want to miss!
24
Servings
140
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
1 cup (softened)
Creamy peanut butter
1 cup (no preparation needed)
Brown sugar
1 cup (packed)
White sugar
1 cup (no preparation needed)
Eggs
2 (beaten)
Vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (no preparation needed)
All-purpose flour
3 1/2 cups (sifted)
Baking soda
1 teaspoon (no preparation needed)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (no preparation needed)
Mini Snickers candy bars
24 (unwrapped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
2
In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, creamy peanut butter, brown sugar, and white sugar. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the mixture until it is light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
4
Add the beaten eggs and vanilla extract to the mixture, blending thoroughly until well combined.
5
Gradually mix in the sifted flour mixture until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
6
Once combined, cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours to firm up.
7
When ready to bake, scoop out a tablespoon of chilled dough and flatten it slightly in the palm of your hand.
8
Place a miniature Snickers candy bar in the center of the flattened dough and carefully mold the dough around the candy until it is completely encased.
9
Arrange the filled dough balls on a greased or parchment-lined cookie sheet, leaving space between each cookie for spreading.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-20 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set.
11
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
12
Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate for an extra touch of sweetness.
Nutrition Information
8g
Fat
17g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Peanut Butter Snickers Delight Cookies?
They are rich, creamy peanut butter cookies that feature a miniature Snickers candy bar hidden inside the dough.
How many cookies does this recipe make?
This recipe yields approximately 24 servings.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit or 150 degrees Celsius.
How long should the cookie dough be chilled?
The dough should be chilled in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 hours to firm up before baking.
What is the secret surprise inside these cookies?
The center of each cookie contains a miniature Snickers candy bar.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for 10 to 20 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
What type of peanut butter is recommended?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of creamy peanut butter.
How much butter is used in the recipe?
The recipe requires 1 cup of softened butter.
Do I need to sift the flour?
Yes, it is recommended to sift the 3 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour with the baking soda and salt.
How much brown sugar is needed?
The recipe uses 1 cup of packed brown sugar.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each cookie contains approximately 140 calories.
How do I prepare the Snickers bars?
Use 24 miniature Snickers candy bars and ensure they are unwrapped before placing them in the dough.
Should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack.
Can I add any toppings to these cookies?
Optional toppings include a dust of powdered sugar or a drizzle of melted chocolate.
What is the texture of these cookies?
These cookies have crisp edges and a soft, chewy center with a melted caramel and chocolate core.
How much vanilla extract is used?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
How many eggs are required?
You will need 2 beaten eggs for this recipe.
Is salt included in the ingredients?
Yes, the recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
How much baking soda is used?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
How do I assemble the cookies?
Flatten a tablespoon of dough, place a Snickers in the center, and mold the dough to encase the candy completely.
Can I use a stand mixer for this recipe?
Yes, a hand mixer or stand mixer can be used to beat the butter, peanut butter, and sugars until fluffy.
Is white sugar used in addition to brown sugar?
Yes, the recipe uses 1 cup of white sugar in addition to the brown sugar.
Should the cookie sheet be greased?
The dough balls should be placed on a greased or parchment-lined cookie sheet.
How much fat is in one cookie?
There are 8 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
Each serving contains 17 grams of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content per cookie?
There are 2 grams of protein in each cookie.
What category does this recipe fall under?
This recipe is categorized as a Dessert.
What are the common tags for this recipe?
Common tags include cookies, dessert, peanut butter, Snickers, and holiday treats.
Are these cookies good for holiday gatherings?
Yes, they are ideal for holiday gatherings, cookie platters, or satisfying a sweet tooth.
Should I be careful not to overmix the dough?
Yes, you should mix in the flour until just incorporated and be careful not to overmix.