Description
Brownie Cookies with Peanut Butter Frosting merge rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter in one irresistible dessert. Chocolate lovers will savor each fudgy, frosted bite of these indulgent cookies that promise pure bliss with their perfect balance of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie Cookies Ingredients:
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) dairy-free chocolate chips
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- ¾ cup (150 g) sugar (coconut or cane)
- ¾ cup + 2 tablespoons (110 g) all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) vegetable oil (olive oil used)
Flavor Enhancers:
- ¼ cup (25 g) Dutch process cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules (optional)
Leavening and Seasoning:
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Peanut Butter Frosting Ingredients:
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons natural peanut butter, room temperature
- 3 tablespoons plant-based butter, softened
Flavor and Moisture Adjusters:
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–4 teaspoons plant-based milk
Instructions
- Thoroughly blend softened butter and creamy peanut butter in a mixing bowl until smooth and well-incorporated.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, stirring consistently to prevent lumps from forming.
- Pour vanilla extract into the mixture, continuing to mix until the ingredients are fully combined.
- Slowly incorporate milk, tablespoon (15 milliliters) at a time, until the frosting reaches a pipeable consistency with a light, spreadable texture.
- Select cooled brownie cookies and prepare a flat work surface for assembling sandwich cookies.
- Using a piping bag or offset spatula, carefully spread a generous layer of peanut butter frosting onto the flat side of half of the cookies.
- Gently place the remaining cookies on top of the frosted halves, pressing lightly to create a sandwich-style cookie.
- Optional: Rotate the sandwich cookies to ensure even frosting distribution and a neat, symmetrical appearance.
- For best results, chill the assembled cookies for 10-15 minutes to allow the frosting to set and stabilize the sandwich structure.
Notes
- Whip up the peanut butter frosting first, allowing it to chill while preparing cookie dough for optimal spreadability and flavor melding.
- Ensure butter and peanut butter are at room temperature to create smooth, lump-free frosting that pipes effortlessly.
- Refrigerate frosted cookies for 15 minutes after assembling to help them set and maintain structural integrity.
- Store completed cookie sandwiches in an airtight container, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Experiment with additional garnishes like chopped peanuts or chocolate drizzle for extra texture and visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 4.5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg