Chocolate Chip Peep Stuffed Easter Cookies (Printable version)
Chewy chocolate chip cookies with a hidden marshmallow Peep center, creating a colorful Easter surprise in every bite.
# List of ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
04 - 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
05 - 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
06 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
→ Mix-ins
09 - 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
10 - 18 marshmallow Peeps (any color or shape)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
04 - Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla, mixing well after each addition.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
06 - Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
07 - Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough, flatten it in your palm, and place a Peep in the center. Cover with another scoop of dough and seal edges completely so Peep is fully encased.
08 - Place stuffed cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
09 - Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
10 - Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The combination of soft chocolate chip cookie with a gooey marshmallow center is honestly addictive
- They look absolutely stunning on a Easter dessert platter with all those vibrant colors peeking through
02 -
- Sealing the dough completely around the Peep is crucial, otherwise marshmallow will escape and create a sticky mess on your baking sheet
- Watch the cookies closely during the last 2 minutes of baking since the marshmallow can cause them to brown faster than regular cookies
03 -
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before stuffing if it feels too warm and sticky to work with
- Rotate your baking sheets halfway through baking for evenly browned cookies