Peanut Butter Chocolate Swirl Cookies 🍫🥜
There’s just something magical about peanut butter and chocolate together—and these Peanut Butter Chocolate Swirl Cookies prove it in every bite. They’re soft, chewy, and perfectly sweet with rich peanut butter dough and beautiful ribbons of melted chocolate swirled right through the center.
These cookies are a treat for the eyes and the taste buds—ideal for bake sales, holiday trays, or a cozy night in with a glass of milk.
Why I Love This Recipe
It’s the best of both worlds—classic peanut butter cookie texture with the gooey surprise of chocolate. The dough is soft and easy to work with, and the chocolate swirl makes them feel just a little extra. They freeze well, travel well, and taste even better the next day (if they last that long!).
Ingredients
For the Peanut Butter Dough:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
For the Chocolate Swirl:
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
Optional Toppings:
- Flaky sea salt for sprinkling
- Extra mini chocolate chips
- Chopped roasted peanuts for texture
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Make the Dough:
In a large mixing bowl, beat together butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy and smooth (about 2 minutes).
Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined.
3. Swirl the Chocolate:
Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cookie dough. Gently fold it in with a spatula—don’t overmix! You want visible swirls, not fully combined.
4. Scoop & Bake:
Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie and place on prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are just set.
5. Cool & Serve:
Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if using, and enjoy warm or fully cooled.
Tips for Success
- Don’t overmix the swirl—you want that marbled look!
- Chill the dough for 15–20 minutes if it’s too soft to handle.
- Use high-quality chocolate for the best swirl and flavor payoff.
- Make a double batch—these disappear quickly!
Serving Suggestions & Pairings
Enjoy these cookies with:
- A glass of cold milk
- A warm cup of coffee or hot cocoa
- Brownie Batter Dip for an indulgent cookie platter
- Peanut Butter Brownies for a double PB-chocolate punch
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Brownie Bombs to wow your guests
Storage & Leftovers
- Room temp: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months—thaw at room temp or microwave for 10 seconds for that fresh-from-the-oven feel.
- Dough can also be frozen pre-scoop and baked directly from frozen with 1–2 extra minutes.
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Final Thoughts
These Peanut Butter Chocolate Swirl Cookies bring a classic flavor combo to a new level of comfort and indulgence. Easy to make, pretty to look at, and impossible to eat just one—they’re a cookie jar staple you’ll come back to again and again.
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