Best 9 Chocolate Peanut Butter Candy Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in a delectable journey of flavors with our exquisite Chocolate Peanut Butter Candy Cookies! These cookies are a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring a chewy, chocolatey base studded with creamy peanut butter and crunchy peanut butter cups. Each bite is a perfect balance of sweet and salty, soft and crisp. Whether you're a chocolate lover, a peanut butter enthusiast, or simply seeking a delightful treat, these cookies are sure to satisfy your cravings. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our easy-to-follow recipes, where every bite tells a story of indulgence and delight.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER RITZ COOKIES



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Chocolate Peanut Butter No-Bake Ritz Cookies are the sweet, salty, chocolatey snack you need in your life.

Provided by Mary Younkin

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 3

48 Ritz crackers
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
16 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper. Place 24 crackers on the baking sheet. Top each cracker with about 1/2 tablespoon of peanut butter and top with a second cracker.
  • Place the chocolate chips in a glass bowl and place it in the microwave. Microwave for 90 seconds. Stir well. Microwave an additional 30 seconds, as needed. Stir to fully melt the chocolate
  • Dip each cookie into the chocolate, using two forks to drain the excess chocolate off the cookies. Place the coated cookies back onto the lined baking sheet.
  • Place the chocolate coated cookies in the refrigerator until firm. Transfer the chilled cookies to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 91 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PEANUT BUTTER-CHOCOLATE COOKIES



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These peanut butter cookies are special for the holidays or anytime. Their secret is the chocolate candy that melts into the top.

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/4 cup shortening
1 egg
1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Granulated sugar
3 dozen milk chocolate stars or candy-coated chocolate-covered peanuts

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Stir together 1/2 cup granulated sugar, the brown sugar, peanut butter, butter, shortening and egg. Stir in flour, baking soda and baking powder.
  • Shape dough into 1-inch balls; roll in granulated sugar. Place about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are light brown. Immediately press 1 chocolate star firmly in each cookie; cool on wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 70 mg

CHOCOLATE-PEANUT BUTTER CANDY COOKIES



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Both peanut butter-lovers and chocolate-lovers can agree, these delicious chocolate peanut butter cookies are hard to resist! So, don't! Soft and chewy with the taste of delicious peanut butter and chocolate in every bite we've even added some of our favorite peanut butter candy to give them an extra tasty crunch. This dough is simple to prepare and doesn't require rolling or refrigeration; just mix up your ingredients and drop your dough on the cookie sheets. Make sure to double the recipe because these cookies are sure to bring a smile and have people reaching for more than one.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/2 cup chocolate-flavored or regular peanut butter (from 14-oz jar)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg
1 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 cup unsweetened baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups (about 12 oz) orange, yellow and brown candy-coated peanut butter candies

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease cookie sheet with shortening or spray with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat sugars and butter with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Beat in peanut butter, vanilla and egg. Stir in flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt. Stir in candies. Drop dough by heaping tablespoonfuls onto cookie sheet.
  • Bake 8 to 12 minutes or until edges are set (centers will be soft). Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 105 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 0 g

PERFECT DOUBLE CHOCOLATE PEANUT CANDY COOKIES



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Quite possibly the world's most perfect combination of chocolate and peanut butter. These are amazing.

Provided by kes6833

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup butter, softened
½ cup vegetable shortening
¾ cup white sugar
⅔ cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 eggs
⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 ¼ cups candy-coated peanut butter pieces (such as Reese's Pieces®), divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, beat the butter and shortening together with an electric mixer until well combined. Beat in the white and brown sugar until the mixture is creamy, then beat the vanilla extract and eggs, followed by the cocoa powder. Beat until the mixture is even in color. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt; stir the flour mixture into the cocoa mixture until the dough is thoroughly mixed. Stir in the chocolate chips and 3/4 cup of peanut butter candies. Reserve the rest of the candy pieces.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and refrigerate the cookie dough until chilled, at least 45 minutes. Drop dough by tablespoon onto the prepared baking sheets. Gently press a few more candy pieces into the top of each cookie.
  • Bake in the preheated oven 8 to 9 minutes; cool on baking sheets for 1 to 2 minutes before finishing cooling on racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.5 g, Cholesterol 12.8 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 64.9 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CANDY



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With only three ingredients, these chocolate-swirl treats take just moments to whip up! If you have little ones visiting for the holidays, have them help you with the stirring. -Holly Demers, Abbotsford, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield about 2-1/2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pound white candy coating, coarsely chopped
1-1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Stir in peanut butter; thinly spread onto a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. , In another microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Drizzle over candy coating mixture; cut through mixture with a knife to swirl the chocolate. Chill until firm., Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 21g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 84mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER NO-BAKE COOKIES



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These chocolate peanut butter no-bake cookies bring back fond memories of my mom. They were her favorite, and she always made a batch when she knew company was coming. -Jacquie McTaggart, Independence, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups sugar
1/2 cup butter or margarine, cubed
1/2 cup 2% milk
3 tablespoons baking cocoa
Dash salt
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups old-fashioned oats

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir 3 minutes., Remove from heat; stir in peanut butter and vanilla until blended. Stir in oats. Drop mixture by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until set. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PEANUT BUTTER-CHOCOLATE NO-BAKE COOKIES



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What could be better than an indulgent dessert made from ingredients you have sitting in your pantry and that never needs to go into the oven? These cookies take just minutes of work; most of the time is spent waiting for them to harden into the rich, nutty, chocolaty delights that they are.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 40m

Yield about 60 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups sugar
1/2 cup milk
1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 cup smooth peanut butter
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
Large pinch kosher salt

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with wax paper or parchment.
  • Bring the sugar, milk, butter and cocoa to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, then let boil for 1 minute. Remove from the heat. Add the oats, peanut butter, vanilla and salt, and stir to combine.
  • Drop teaspoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, and let sit at room temperature until cooled and hardened, about 30 minutes. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CANDIES



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Chocolate and peanut butter come together in these delicious candies - an elegant dessert.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h50m

Yield 64

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/4 cup chopped peanuts
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups powdered sugar
1 bag (12 oz) semisweet chocolate chips (2 cups)
4 teaspoons shortening
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
About 1 tablespoon milk

Steps:

  • Line 8- or 9-inch square pan with foil, leaving 1 inch of foil overhanging at 2 opposite sides of pan; grease foil with butter.
  • In medium bowl, mix 1/2 cup peanut butter, the butter, peanuts and vanilla. Stir in 2 cups powdered sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, until stiff dough forms. If dough is crumbly, work in additional 1 tablespoon peanut butter. Pat mixture in pan. Cover; refrigerate about 1 hour or until firm.
  • Use foil to lift candy from pan; remove foil. Cut into 8 rows by 8 rows. Line cookie sheet with waxed paper. In 1-quart heavy saucepan, melt chocolate chips and shortening over low heat, stirring constantly. Dip 1 peanut butter square at a time into chocolate mixture. Place on cookie sheet. Refrigerate uncovered about 30 minutes or until firm.
  • In small bowl, mix 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons peanut butter. Beat in milk with wire whisk until smooth. If necessary, stir in additional milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, until thin enough to drizzle.
  • Drizzle icing over tops of chocolate-covered squares. Refrigerate uncovered about 30 minutes or until firm. Store candies loosely covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Candy, Sodium 20 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

PEANUT BUTTER KISS COOKIES



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Deliciously simple, fast, and easy!

Provided by Sharon Baetcke

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Peanut Butter Cookie Recipes

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup white sugar
1 cup peanut butter
1 egg
18 milk chocolate candy kisses, unwrapped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine sugar, peanut butter, and egg.
  • Shape into 1 inch balls and place on ungreased cookie sheet. NOTE: If dough is too sticky, refrigerate 1/2 hour or until easy to handle.
  • Bake for 10 minutes. Remove cookies from oven. Press a chocolate kiss into the center of each warm cookie.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Cholesterol 22.7 mg, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 147.1 mg, Sugar 24.9 g

Tips:

  • Use good quality chocolate and peanut butter. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the cookies.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before storing them. This will help them keep their shape and prevent them from becoming sticky.

Conclusion:

These chocolate peanut butter candy cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these cookies a try!

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