Get ready to experience a dessert that will make your taste buds dance with joy! These Crumbl Muddy Buddy Cookies are not just another chocolate chip cookie – they're a decadent explosion of rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and a cloud-like powdered sugar coating that will transport you straight to dessert heaven. Imagine biting into a cookie so divine, it's like combining the best of a classic chocolate cookie with the beloved Muddy Buddy treat – a guaranteed showstopper that will have everyone begging for your recipe!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Scoop cookie dough using a large cookie scoop (about 3 tablespoons) and place on prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are set and centers are slightly soft. Cookies will appear slightly underbaked.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- While still warm, roll each cookie in powdered sugar, coating completely. Place on wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, roll cookies in powdered sugar a second time for a thick, classic muddy buddy coating.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and optimal cookie texture.
- Don't overmix the dough – this can lead to tough cookies. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- For the most authentic Muddy Buddy experience, roll the cookies in powdered sugar while they're still warm and then again once cooled.
- Use a large cookie scoop for uniform, bakery-style cookies that bake evenly.
- The cookies might look slightly underbaked when you remove them from the oven – this is normal and helps maintain a soft, chewy texture.
- For extra richness, use high-quality cocoa powder and pure vanilla extract.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain their soft texture and prevent them from drying out.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 55mg
