Mud Puddles Recipe
Overview:
🍪 Name: Mud Puddles
⏲️ Total Time: 45 minutes
🍽️ Yield: 48 cookies
🍬 Calories: 109.7 per serving
⭐ Rating: 5/5
Description:
Indulge in the irresistible taste of Mud Puddles cookies! These delightful treats are so addictive that you might find it hard to resist going for seconds, so it’s wise to whip up a double batch. They not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also make fantastic gifts for loved ones. Plus, any leftover filling can be stored in the refrigerator and drizzled warm over ice cream for an extra treat.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup margarine
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Peanuts (for garnish)
Instructions:
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cream together butter, margarine, peanut butter, and sugars until smooth and creamy. |
| 2 | Beat in the egg and vanilla until well combined. |
| 3 | In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. |
| 4 | Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until fully incorporated. |
| 5 | Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 1 hour to firm it up. |
| 6 | Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Lightly grease mini muffin tins. |
| 7 | Shape the chilled dough into 1-inch balls and place them in the prepared muffin tins. |
| 8 | Bake for 14-16 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly browned. |
| 9 | Remove from the oven and immediately make wells in the center of each cookie using a melon baller, pressing lightly. |
| 10 | Allow the cookies to cool in the pans for about 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. |
For Filling:
- Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave until smooth.
- Stir in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Carefully fill the wells in the center of each cookie with the chocolate mixture using a spoon, small pitcher, or pastry bag.
- Sprinkle chopped peanuts over the filled cookies for an extra crunch.
Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy these delectable Mud Puddles cookies with a glass of milk or a hot cup of coffee for a delightful snack any time of the day. They also make a charming addition to dessert platters or gift baskets for special occasions.
Storage:
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. If you have any leftovers, they can be frozen for longer storage. Simply thaw them at room temperature before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 109.7 per serving
- Fat Content: 5.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 12.4mg
- Sodium Content: 83.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 14.4g
- Fiber Content: 0.5g
- Sugar Content: 11.3g
- Protein Content: 2g
Indulge in the rich and gooey goodness of Mud Puddles cookies, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings and impressing friends and family with your baking skills!
