Get ready to transform your ordinary cookie experience into an extraordinary culinary adventure! Imagine biting into a soft, golden-brown cookie and discovering a molten, gooey candy bar surprise hidden inside. These Candy Bar Stuffed Cookies are not just a dessert; they're a decadent experience that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, impressing guests, or simply treating yourself to a moment of pure indulgence, these cookies are about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 6 fun-sized candy bars, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer on medium speed. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
- Chop the fun-sized candy bars into small, roughly equal-sized pieces.
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten it into a disc. Place a few pieces of chopped candy bar in the center.
- Fold the edges of the dough around the candy pieces, completely encasing them and forming a ball. Ensure no candy is exposed.
- Place the stuffed cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers look slightly soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For best texture, consume within 2-3 days.
Tips
- Choose the Right Candy Bars: Select fun-sized candy bars with different textures like caramel, nougat, or chocolate to create exciting flavor variations.
- Keep Butter at the Perfect Temperature: Ensure your butter is softened but not melted for the ideal cookie texture.
- Chill the Dough: If the dough feels too soft, refrigerate it for 15-30 minutes to make it easier to handle and prevent spreading.
- Completely Seal the Candy: Make sure no candy pieces are exposed to prevent leakage during baking.
- Don't Overbake: Remove cookies when edges are golden but centers still look slightly soft for a chewy texture.
- Cooling is Crucial: Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- Storage Hack: Place a slice of bread in your storage container to keep cookies soft and fresh.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 65mg
