Snacks time made more fun with these peanut butter fudge cookies

These peanut butter fudge cookies are the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and nutty, with a fudgy texture that makes them irresistibly addictive. Made with just four simple ingredients, they’re quick and easy to whip up, ready in just 15 minutes. These cookies are fairly simple. And adding them to your dessert repertoire, will win you praises from your friends and kids too. Have them with a glass of oreo shake and/or hot chocolates. But you have them just like that. These peanut butter fudge cookies are a treat in themselves!

Ingredients:

• 3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 450 gm)
• 120 gm all-natural peanut butter (no sugar added)
• 45 gm Cadbury cocoa powder
• 5 ml vanilla extract
• 15 gm flaky sea salt (optional)

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the peanut butter, Cadbury cocoa powder, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas, then mix everything together until well combined. If you like a hint of saltiness, stir in the flaky sea salt.
2. Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough. Place the doughs on the prepared baking tray, Do not forget to leave about two inches of space between each cookie. Flatten each one gently with the back of a spoon. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are firm to the touch. Let them cool on the tray for about five minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Variation is the spice of life! Add a twist to these peanut butter cookies, and surprise your guests and kids as you delight them with your creativity. For a tropical flavor, mix in 30 gm of shredded coconut into the dough. If you prefer a bit of warmth, add 1/2 tsp of cinnamon and a pinch of nutmeg for spiced peanut butter cookies. For extra softness and a natural sweetness, mash half a ripe banana and blend it into the wet ingredients. If you're craving a salty-sweet combo, crush 50 gm of salted pretzels and fold them into the dough. For an indulgent treat, swap the dark chocolate chips with white chocolate chunks. If you’re a fan of coffee, add 1 tsp of instant coffee granules to the wet ingredients for a peanut butter mocha flavor. You can also experiment with dried berries, like cranberries or raisins, for a chewy burst of flavor. The possibilities are endless!

Tips and tricks:

• Use bananas, the ripe ones. And you could reduce the amount of sugar in your recipe.
• Or use a drop or two of vanilla extract for a deeper profile of flavors.
• You could notch up your cookies by adding flaky sea salt. Adding this is totally optional, but the flaky salt adds a contrast to the sweetened cookies.

To keep these peanut butter cookies fresh and delicious, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days. If you live in a warmer climate or prefer a longer shelf life, refrigerating them is a great option; they’ll stay fresh for up to a week. For extended storage, freeze the cookies in a freezer-safe container or bag, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Adding a small amount of sugar in the storage container is a clever trick—it absorbs excess moisture, helping to maintain the cookies’ perfect texture and preventing them from becoming soggy over time. When ready to enjoy, simply let the cookies come to room temperature or warm them slightly for that fresh-out-of-the-oven feel!

Cadbury cocoa powder gives our cookies a rich chocolaty taste without any extra calories or sugar. It adds richness and makes your cookies so much more fun! These chewy peanut butter fudge cookies are a baker's dream. The best thing is that they offer endless possibilities for personalization. Whether you stick to the classic recipe or venture into one of these creative variations, you're in for a treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Add these cookies to your dessert repertoire and we wish you a happy baking!