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Swirl Cookies with Chocolate and Peanut Butter Delight


  • Author: Naomi
  • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes includes Chill Time

Description

These soft, buttery swirl cookies are the ultimate treat for chocolate and peanut butter lovers! Each cookie is a beautiful spiral of two classic flavors rolled together into a perfectly sweet bite.


Ingredients

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For the dough:

  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • ½ tsp baking powder

  • ¼ tsp salt

For the peanut butter layer:

  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter

  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar

For the chocolate layer:

  • ¼ cup cocoa powder

  • 2 tbsp milk (as needed)


Instructions

1️⃣ Make the dough base: In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Mix in egg and vanilla. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.

2️⃣ Divide and flavor: Divide the dough in half. To one half, knead in peanut butter and powdered sugar. To the other half, knead in cocoa powder and a bit of milk until smooth.

3️⃣ Roll out layers: Roll each dough half between parchment paper into matching rectangles about ¼ inch thick.

4️⃣ Assemble the swirl: Carefully stack the chocolate layer on top of the peanut butter layer. Gently press together and trim edges for clean sides. Roll tightly into a log, using the parchment to help guide.

5️⃣ Chill the dough: Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.

6️⃣ Slice and bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice chilled dough into ¼-inch rounds and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 9–11 minutes until set.

7️⃣ Cool and serve: Let cool on the sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra flair, dip edges in melted chocolate or sprinkle with sea salt.

  • Dough logs can be frozen and sliced later—perfect for make-ahead treats.

  • Try a Nutella twist in place of the chocolate dough for a hazelnut swirl.

  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes