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Peanut Butter Muddy Buddy Cookies

Decadent Peanut Butter Muddy Buddy Cookies You'll Love

These Peanut Butter Muddy Buddy Cookies are a delightful fusion of chocolate, crunch, and nostalgia, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Use fresh flour for better results.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Essential for rise and fluffiness.
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor balance.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Softened at room temperature.
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar Sweetens the dough.
  • 0.5 cups brown sugar Contributes moisture and deep flavor.
  • 1 cups peanut butter Choose creamy or crunchy.
  • 2 medium eggs Best at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure extract for best flavor.
For the Crunch
  • 2 cups Muddy Buddy cereal (Rice Chex) Key ingredient for texture.
  • 1 cups chocolate chips Semi-sweet or dark selections are delightful.
For the Finish
  • powdered sugar for dusting Adds a classic touch.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Hand Mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl, then set aside.
  3. Cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix peanut butter into the butter-sugar mixture until fully combined.
  5. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until the batter is smooth.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  7. Fold in the Muddy Buddy cereal and chocolate chips gently.
  8. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers look slightly soft.
  10. Cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks. Dust with powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 95mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

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