Homemade Chocolate Peanut Cookies

Homemade Chocolate Peanut Cookies

Ingredients:

    • 500g cookies
    • 120g peanuts
    • 70g sugar
    • 60g cocoa
    • 250ml milk
    • 150g butter
    • 40-50g peanuts (for topping)
    • 180g chocolate (dark and milk)
  • 30ml sunflower oil (2 tablespoons)

Directions:

    1. Prepare the Base:
        • Crush the cookies into fine crumbs.

      • Roughly chop 120g of peanuts.
    2. Make the Chocolate Mixture:
        • In a saucepan, combine the sugar, cocoa, and milk. Stir well.

        • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for a few minutes.
        • Add the butter and stir until fully melted and combined.
        • Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

    3. Combine Ingredients:
        • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cookie crumbs and chopped peanuts.
        • Pour the chocolate mixture over the crumbs and peanuts, mixing well until everything is evenly coated.

    4. Chill the Mixture:
      • Cover the mixture with cling film and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
    1. Shape the Cookies:
      • Take the mixture out of the fridge and shape it into small balls or cookie shapes.
      • Place the cookies on a lined baking tray.
    1. Prepare the Topping:
      • Roughly chop 40-50g of peanuts.
      • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate and sunflower oil. Heat in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
    1. Decorate the Cookies:
      • Dip each cookie into the melted chocolate or drizzle the chocolate over the cookies.
      • Sprinkle the chopped peanuts on top of the chocolate-coated cookies.
  1. Final Chill:
    • Place the decorated cookies in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to set the chocolate.

Serving Suggestions:

  • Serve these cookies with a glass of cold milk or a hot cup of coffee.
  • They make a great addition to dessert platters for parties or gatherings.

Cooking Tips:

  • Ensure the chocolate mixture is well-cooled before combining with the cookie crumbs to avoid melting the butter too quickly.
  • You can use any type of cookies you prefer, such as digestive biscuits or graham crackers.
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