Brownie Mix Blossom Cookies (Print)

Quickly bake soft chocolate cookies and top each with peanut butter cups for a crowd-pleasing sweet treat.

# Components:

→ Cookie Dough

01 - 1 box (18–19 oz) fudge brownie mix
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1/3 cup vegetable oil
04 - 2 tablespoons water
05 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar, for rolling (optional)

→ Topping

06 - 24 mini peanut butter cups, unwrapped

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the brownie mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Stir until a thick, sticky dough forms.
03 - Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and form into balls. Roll each ball in granulated sugar if desired.
04 - Place dough balls 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
05 - Bake for 9 to 11 minutes until cookies are set around the edges but still soft in the center.
06 - Immediately press a mini peanut butter cup into the center of each warm cookie.
07 - Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses a boxed brownie mix for effortless prep and minimal mess
  • Bakes in under 30 minutes from start to finish
  • Kids can help with every step especially pressing in those peanut butter cups
  • Each cookie is rich chewy and packed with chocolate and peanut butter flavor
02 -
  • High in chocolate flavor and loved by all ages
  • Freezes beautifully for make ahead treats
  • No mixer required just a bowl and spoon
03 -
  • Chill the dough balls briefly for a thicker cookie or for warmer kitchens
  • Unwrap all candies before starting the bake so you can work quickly
  • Use a cookie scoop for even sizing which bakes more evenly
  • Do not overbake remove while slightly soft in the center for perfect fudgy texture
  • Let cookies cool before stacking so chocolate does not smear

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