Air Fryer Peanut Butter Lava Cookies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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½ cup creamy peanut butter.
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¼ cup powdered sugar.
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½ tsp vanilla extract (for peanut butter mix).
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¼ cup semisweet chocolate chips.
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1½ cups all-purpose flour.
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½ cup granulated sugar.
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½ cup packed brown sugar.
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½ tsp baking soda.
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¼ tsp salt.
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½ cup unsalted butter (softened).
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1 large egg.
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1 tsp vanilla extract (for cookie dough).
# Instructions:
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In a small bowl, mix together peanut butter, powdered sugar, and ½ tsp vanilla extract until smooth. Shape into small balls (about 1 tsp each) and place on parchment paper. Freeze for at least 30 minutes.
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Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth. Set aside to cool.
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In a medium bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. In a separate large bowl, beat together softened butter, egg, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until creamy.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
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Flatten a tablespoon of dough into a disc and place a frozen peanut butter ball in the center. Wrap the dough around the peanut butter, ensuring it's fully enclosed.
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Preheat the air fryer to 350°F. Arrange the dough balls in the air fryer basket, leaving space between them. Air fry at 350°F for 8-10 minutes, until the cookies are golden and set.
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Let the cookies cool slightly before serving, allowing the molten peanut butter center to remain warm and gooey.
# Notes:
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These soft and indulgent Air Fryer Peanut Butter Lava Cookies feature a flowing peanut butter center, making them a quick and easy dessert to whip up in your air fryer.
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Freezing the peanut butter balls ensures a molten center when baked.