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Melted Snowman Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Thomas
  • Total Time: 24 minutes
  • Yield: 9 cookies 1x

Description

These Melted Snowman Peanut Butter Cookies are a fun and festive treat perfect for the holiday season. Soft peanut butter cookies are baked and topped with a white chocolate peanut butter cup, then decorated with melted white and colored candy melts to create a charming snowman face and buttons. The combination of creamy peanut butter, sweet white chocolate, and decorative touches make these cookies delightful and visually appealing for any winter celebration.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup butter (softened)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg at room temperature
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 & 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tbsp corn starch
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Toppings

  • 9 white chocolate peanut butter cups
  • 2/3 cup white chocolate chips (melted)
  • 3 tablespoons black candy melts or semi-sweet chocolate chips (melted)
  • 1 tablespoon orange candy melts (melted)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside for later use.
  2. Cream Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Then add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly until everything is combined.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: To the wet mixture, add the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, corn starch, and salt. Mix the ingredients gently and just until the flour mixture is fully incorporated and no dry streaks remain, taking care not to overmix.
  4. Form and Bake Cookies: Use a large cookie scooper to portion out 9 evenly sized dough balls. Place them spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet and gently flatten each one to about 3/4 inch thickness. Bake in the preheated oven for 9 minutes until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft.
  5. Prepare for Decoration: Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. When cool enough to handle, carefully unwrap the white chocolate peanut butter cups and place one upside down on top of each cookie, gently pressing it down into the surface.
  6. Melt White Chocolate: Place the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Melt them in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth and fully melted. Spoon 1-2 tablespoons of the melted white chocolate over each cookie, spreading as desired.
  7. Spread Chocolate Evenly: Holding the baking sheet with oven mitts, gently tap it up and down on the countertop to help the melted white chocolate spread smoothly across the cookie tops, creating a smooth ‘melted snowman’ effect.
  8. Melt Colored Candy Melts: Melt the black and orange candy melts separately in the microwave using 15-30 second increments, stirring well after each. Transfer the melted candy melts into piping bags or resealable plastic bags with a small tip cut off for detailed decoration.
  9. Decorate Cookies: Use the black candy melts to pipe eyes, smiles, and buttons onto each cookie, and use the orange candy melts to pipe a small carrot-shaped nose. Allow the decorations to set completely at room temperature before serving. Enjoy your festive melted snowman peanut butter cookies!

Notes

  • Ensure the egg is at room temperature before mixing for better cookie texture.
  • Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to avoid tough cookies.
  • If candy melts are too thick, add a small amount of vegetable oil to thin them for easier piping.
  • Allow the cookies and decorations to cool/set completely before storing to prevent smudging.
  • You can substitute white chocolate peanut butter cups with similar sized white chocolate candies if preferred.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 9 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: peanut butter cookies, melted snowman cookies, holiday cookies, white chocolate cookies, festive dessert, peanut butter, candy melt decoration

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