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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

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"These are THE BEST cookies I have ever eaten. They are a definite hit. If you like peanut butter and chocolate - these cookies are for you!"
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies Recipe
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This recipe has been rated 467 times with an average star rating of 4.6
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  10 Min
READY IN  1 Hr 10 Min
Original recipe yield 3 dozen

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup peanut butter chips
  • 10 chocolate covered peanut butter cups, cut into eighths

What to Drink?
Wine Port
Hot Non-Alcoholic Coffee

DIRECTIONS

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, peanut butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, and baking soda; stir into the peanut butter mixture. Mix in the chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, and peanut butter cups. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  3. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Let cool for 1 or 2 minutes on sheet before removing, or they will fall apart.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 9, 2004 by looders 
My family begs for these cookies! I combined all of the wonderful advice of the cooks before... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 11, 2007 by Marlene King 
I used the recommendations of halfbutter/half butter Crisco; WAY underbake. I use 38 - 40 mini... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 14, 2003 by SVROSS 
I made these for my Dad who LOVES PBC's --they came out REALLY too sweet and rich. I think... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 14, 2003 by RUFF GIRL 
These cookies are delicious, but it can be a bit tricky to figure out when they are done. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 11, 2004 by ANDLESLIE 
I thought these tasted very good, however there was too much chocolate compared to the peanut... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 7, 2004 by Italian Elegance 
These cookies really are fantastic! I'm known for my culinary skills, so I'm always cautious... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on apr. 19, 2003 by JewRican 
These cookies are so good, I am going to name my firstborn after it. Actually, I want to marry... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 25, 2005 by MIcupcakecutie89 
These are very good if you like rich cookies. I made the mistake of using a health nut peanut... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 1, 2003 by DEATHCHEF 
I must say that these cookies are SOOOOOO delicious!!!!!! I couldn't even imagine that a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 9, 2003 by DANIELLEMICHAEL 
Without a doubt, these are the best peanut butter cookies I've ever produced, hands down! ... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

Servings Per Recipe: 36

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 230

  • Total Fat: 13g
  • Cholesterol: 26mg
  • Sodium: 133mg
  • Total Carbs: 25.2g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 1.2g
  • Protein: 4.8g

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