Get ready to revolutionize your cookie game with the most unexpected and mind-blowing treat you'll ever taste! Imagine the classic comfort of peanut butter and jelly, then kick it up a notch with the irresistible crunch of potato chips. These aren't just cookies - they're a flavor explosion that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Perfect for adventurous bakers and those who love to surprise their friends and family with extraordinary desserts, these thumbprint cookies are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 32 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 18 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed potato chips
- 1/2 cup fruit jam (your choice)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix thoroughly until well blended and smooth.
- Add the large egg and vanilla extract to the peanut butter mixture. Stir until the ingredients are completely incorporated and the mixture is uniform.
- Crush the potato chips into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed plastic bag and crushing with a rolling pin.
- Gently fold the crushed potato chips into the cookie dough, ensuring even distribution.
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into smooth balls.
- Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Using your thumb or the back of a small spoon, create a deep indentation in the center of each cookie.
- Fill each thumbprint with approximately 1 teaspoon of fruit jam, ensuring it sits neatly in the indentation.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Tips
- For the ultimate texture, use thick, kettle-cooked potato chips that will provide maximum crunch when crushed.
- Make sure your peanut butter is at room temperature for easier mixing and smoother dough.
- When creating the thumbprint, wet your thumb slightly to prevent sticking and create a clean, deep indentation.
- Choose a jam with bold flavor - strawberry, raspberry, or grape work wonderfully with the peanut butter base.
- Don't overbake! Remove cookies when edges are just turning golden to keep them soft and chewy.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before storing to maintain their crisp texture.
- For an extra fancy touch, drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled cookies or sprinkle with additional crushed potato chips.Pro Tip: These cookies are best enjoyed within 3-4 days and can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 15mg
