Peanut Butter Cup Stuffed Brookies Recipe
Introduction
Peanut Butter Cup Stuffed Brookies are a delightful combination of brownies and cookies with a surprise peanut butter cup center. These treats are perfect for parties or whenever you want an indulgent dessert that’s easy to make and sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 1 (10oz) bag brownie mix (plus required oil and egg)
- 1 (16oz) package refrigerated cookie dough
- 12 Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
- Optional: Vanilla ice cream for serving
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a muffin tin to prevent sticking.
- Step 2: Prepare the brownie mix according to the package instructions and set it aside.
- Step 3: Divide the cookie dough into 12 evenly sized balls. Flatten each slightly and press one into each muffin cup.
- Step 4: Place a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup upside down onto each cookie dough base.
- Step 5: Carefully pour the prepared brownie batter over the peanut butter cups, filling each muffin cup about 90% full.
- Step 6: Bake for 18-20 minutes until the edges are set and firm, but the centers remain slightly soft.
- Step 7: Allow the brookies to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before gently removing them.
Tips & Variations
- For extra gooey brookies, avoid overbaking. The centers should be soft to keep a fudgy texture.
- Try adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the brownie batter for added texture and flavor.
- Use different flavored peanut butter cups or other filled chocolates for a unique twist.
Storage
Store brookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat briefly in the microwave to enjoy the peanut butter cups melted and gooey again.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use homemade cookie dough and brownie batter?
Absolutely! Homemade dough and batter work well and let you customize sweetness and ingredients to your liking.
What if I don’t have a muffin tin?
You can bake the brookies in a small baking dish, but the individual portion effect won’t be the same. You may need to adjust baking time accordingly.
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Peanut Butter Cup Stuffed Brookies Recipe
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
Description
Delight in these Peanut Butter Cup Stuffed Brookies, a luscious hybrid of brownies and cookies filled with creamy Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. Perfectly baked to achieve firm edges and soft centers, these brookies offer a decadent treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Brownie Mix
- 1 (10 oz) bag brownie mix (plus required oil and egg as per package instructions)
Cookie Dough
- 1 (16 oz) package refrigerated cookie dough
Filling
- 12 Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
Optional
- Vanilla ice cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Brownie Mix: Follow the instructions on the brownie mix package, combining the mix with oil and egg as directed. Set aside the prepared batter.
- Shape Cookie Dough: Divide the refrigerated cookie dough into 12 equal balls. Lightly flatten each ball and place one in each muffin cup.
- Add Peanut Butter Cups: Place one Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup upside down on top of each cookie dough ball in the muffin tin.
- Pour Brownie Batter: Carefully pour the prepared brownie batter over each cookie dough ball and peanut butter cup, filling about 90% of each muffin cup.
- Bake: Bake the brookies in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are set and firm but the centers remain slightly soft for a fudgy texture.
- Cool and Serve: Let the brookies cool in the muffin tin for about 5 minutes before carefully removing them. Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.
Notes
- Ensure not to overfill the muffin cups to prevent batter overflow during baking.
- Use a toothpick to check doneness; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
- Allow brookies to cool slightly to help them set and make removal from the tin easier.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- For a nuttier flavor, consider substituting regular peanut butter cups with dark chocolate or miniature peanut butter cups.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Peanut Butter Cup, Brookies, Brownie Cookie Hybrid, Dessert, Easy Baking Recipe, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
