Peanut Butter Cup Cookie Dough Balls bring together the creamy richness of peanut butter cups and a delightful cookie dough texture. The indulgent treats are easy to whip up and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or impressing guests with minimal effort.
For those seeking alternatives, you could use regular evaporated milk instead of the fat-free version for a creamier texture. If someone in your life has gluten sensitivities, substituting gluten-free flour blends would work, just ensure the blend is suitable for baking. And when it comes to peanut butter cups, feel free to swap in your favorite chocolate candies for a personal twist, although I must say, the peanut butter cups deliver a nostalgic flavor that’s hard to beat.
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Peanut Butter Cup Cookie Dough Balls Recipe
Ingredients
- 7 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 (14 ounce) can fat-free evaporated milk
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 8 peanut butter cups, chopped
- 1 1/2 ounces dark chocolate (1 bar, chopped)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine 7 tablespoons butter and 3/4 cup brown sugar, then cream together on medium-high speed for about 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup whole wheat flour, 1 (14 ounce) can fat-free evaporated milk, and 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing well until fully combined.
- Gradually stir in 8 chopped peanut butter cups and 1 1/2 ounces of chopped dark chocolate, mixing carefully to incorporate everything without overworking the dough.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about an hour, allowing the mixture to harden enough to form into balls.
- After chilling, use a small cookie scoop or spoons to shape the dough into balls, placing them on a wax-paper-lined baking sheet.
- Freeze the cookie dough balls for 1-2 hours, ensuring they are firm enough to enjoy.
Part of our Homemade Cookie Recipes collection — Part 6 of 7:
If you’re looking for a delightful treat that combines two classic flavors, you should try the Peanut Butter Gingerbread Cookies. With the enticing mix of peanuts and spices, the cookies are a festive delight that will surely brighten your holiday gatherings.