Description
Looking for a decadent dessert that’s easy to make but tastes bakery-level? These Brownie Cookie Sandwiches with Peanut Butter Frosting are a dream come true. With rich, chewy brownie cookies and a cloud-like peanut butter frosting, they’re the perfect treat for parties, after-dinner sweets, or whenever those chocolate cravings hit. This easy recipe fits right into your collection of quick desserts, party food ideas, and simple sweet treats. Ideal for chocolate lovers and peanut butter fans alike!
Ingredients
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 large eggs
⅔ cup granulated sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup creamy peanut butter
1 ½ cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk (up to 3 tbsp as needed)
1 pinch salt
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. In a heatproof bowl, melt the chocolate chips and butter using a double boiler or microwave in 20-second bursts. Stir until smooth and set aside to cool slightly.
2. In a separate bowl, beat eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract with a mixer for 3–4 minutes until pale and thick.
3. Gradually mix the cooled chocolate into the egg mixture until fully incorporated.
4. In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt together. Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet batter. Let sit for 5–10 minutes to thicken.
5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Scoop cookie batter onto sheets and space them apart.
6. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until crackly on top and just set on the edges. Let cool on pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.
7. To make the frosting, beat the butter and peanut butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in vanilla, salt, and cream until fluffy and spreadable.
8. Pair cookies by size. Pipe or spread frosting on the flat side of one and sandwich with another.
9. Chill for 15–20 minutes to let the frosting set or enjoy right away.
Notes
Use high-quality chocolate for maximum flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Let the cookies cool completely before frosting to avoid melting.
For a neater finish, use a piping bag with a round tip when assembling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: brownie cookie sandwiches, peanut butter frosting, easy dessert, chocolate cookies, sweet snack