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Crumbl Peanut butter muddy buddies cookies

Updated: Jun 19, 2022 · Published: Nov 12, 2021

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These Crumbl peanut butter muddy buddies cookies are packed with peanut butter flavor then each one is topped with melted milk chocolate, muddy buddies bites, and a light dusting of powdered sugar for looks! You need these cookies this holiday season.

Love Crumbl cookies? I know you’ll also enjoy The Best Crumbl Pumpkin Cake Cookies, Thick Crumbl Peanut Butter Reese’s cookies, Soft Crumbl Ruby Chocolate Chip Cookies copycat and also Crumbl Birthday cake cookies with Sprinkles.

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Crumbl muddy buddies cookies

Last week, Crumbl put out the huge fan favorite cookie! Finally, after months, the peanut butter muddy buddies cookies were back in stores and you can only imagine how fast I drove to go get it… Disclaimer, I drove the speed limit, but I was really excited.

This cookie is made with a thick and soft peanut butter cookie base that is topped with melted milk chocolate chips or just milk chocolate in general then decorated with either homemade muddy buddies if you want to make them from scratch or store-bought muddy buddies.

This is the best Crumbl muddy buddy cookie ever!

After trying it for the first time finally, I knew it needed its own spot on the blog so here we are. This recipe is inspired by my delicious Thick Crumbl Peanut Butter Reese’s cookies and CRUMBL Peanut Butter and Jelly Cookies.

It pretty much has a very similar base then uses different toppings and finishes. So if you’ve tried another peanut butter cookie of mine, you’ll know that these are DELISH!

Why you need to make this recipe!

  • It screams holidays.
  • These cookies combine peanut butter and chocolate, the best combination in my opinion!
  • This recipe is extremely simple and can be made with the kiddos for a fun holiday activity.
  • You can make smaller cookies instead of large ones if you want to treat a crowd.
  • These cookies would be perfect for Christmas cookie boxes!
ingredients for muddy buddy cookies

Ingredients for this Crumbl peanut butter muddy buddies cookies

Here are the ingredients you will need to make this muddy buddy cookie recipe. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the full detailed ingredient measurements.

  • Peanut butter– Use smooth peanut butter. This recipe doesn’t use natural peanut butter so make sure to use something like Skippy of Jiffy.
  • Butter– You will need softened butter for both the peanut butter cookie and the peanut butter buttercream.
  • Brown sugar & granulated sugar– The combination of both sugars will give a depth of flavor to the peanut butter cookies and keep them soft as well.
  • Egg– The egg is the binding agent of this cookie.
  • Vanilla– The vanilla is also used to give more depth of flavor to the cookies.
  • Flour– You can use AP flour for these cookies.
  • Baking powder & baking soda– The baking powder & baking soda are used to give the cookies some height.
  • Corn starch– The corn starch will keep your cookies soft and melt in your mouth.
  • Salt– The salt will help balance out the sweetness of the cookies.
  • Oil– The oil is used to thin out the chocolate chips a little.
  • Milk chocolate chips– Make sure to use really good chocolate to top your cookies.
  • Muddy buddies– You can make these from scratch or use the store-bought option for something easier.

How to make Crumbl muddy buddies peanut butter cookies

This is how you can make these cookies at home. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the full detailed instructions!

  1. Cream the butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.
  2. Add in the egg and vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
  3. Add in the flour baking powder, baking soda, corn starch, and salt, and mix just until the flour mixture disappears.
  4. Using a large cookie scooper, scoop out 8 equally sized cookie dough balls, roll them in between the palm of your hand, then gently flatten them to about 1 of an inch then freeze the cookie dough discs for 15 minutes.
  5. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven then top with the melted chocolate chips, and decorate with the muddy buddies.
  6. Let them cool down on the baking sheet for 20- minutes, dust with some powdered sugar then enjoy.
Peanut butter cookie dough
Peanut butter cookie dough
Peanut butter cookie dough
Baked peanut butter cookie
Muddy buddy cookies

Can I make muddy buddies at home for this recipe?

You sure can! I will share a step-by-step recipe for the best homemade muddy buddies in December. So I will be updating this article then but in the meantime here is an easy way to make a small batch muddy buddy recipe for the sake of these Crumbl cookies.

Melt ¼ cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips with ¼ cup peanut butter. Now toss in the 1 & ¾ cup Chex cereal. Fill a medium-sized zip lock bag with ½ cup powdered sugar, add in the chocolate-coated Chex cereal, and toss. Pour the muddy buddies on a parchement or wax paper-lined baking sheet and let set for 30 minutes.

Crumbl muddy buddies cookies

Frequently asked questions – FAQ

How to store these Crumbl peanut butter muddy buddies cookies?

You can store these cookies in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.

You can also store them in the fridge for up to 7 days. Pop them in the microwave for 5-10 seconds to get them all melty and delicious again before enjoying them.

Can I freeze these cookies?

Yes 🙂 I would recommend freezing these without the chocolate and Muddy buddies topping then topping them whenever you want to enjoy them with freshly melted chocolate and fresh muddy buddies.

Place them in an airtight container and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw them in the fridge overnight or pop them in the microwave for a few seconds before enjoying them.


Can I make catering sized Peanut butter muddy buddies cookies?

You sure can 🙂 Instead of making 9 large cookies, go for 18 smaller ones. If using a large cookie scooper, scoop out 9 equally sized cookie dough balls then split them in 2 to have 18. Bake in the preheated oven for 9-10 minutes then let them cool down on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack

Crumbl peanut butter muddy buddy cookies

Crumbl peanut butter muddy buddies cookies

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Crumbl muddy buddies cookies

Crumbl Peanut butter muddy buddies cookies

These Crumbl muddy buddies cookies are made with a thick peanut butter cookie then topped with melted milk chocolate and decorated with muddy buddies bites and powdered sugar.
5 from 27 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 12 minutes mins
Total Time 27 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine amerian
Servings 9 cookies
Calories 380 Calories

Ingredients
 
 

Peanut butter cookie base

  • ½ cup smooth peanut butter
  • ½ cup butter softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg at room temperature
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 & ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon corn starch
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Peanut butter cookie toppings.

  • ⅔ cup milk chocolate chips
  • 2 teaspoon oil vegetable or canola
  • Muddy Buddies For topping

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350F then line a baking sheet with parchement paper and set aside.
  • Cream the butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract then mix until combined.
    ½ cup smooth peanut butter, ½ cup butter, ½ cup brown sugar, ⅓ cup granulated sugar, 1 egg at room temperature, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Add in the flour baking powder, baking soda, corn starch, and salt, and mix just until the flour mixture disappears.
    1 & ⅓ cup all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, 1 tablespoon corn starch, ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Using a large cookie scooper, scoop out 9 equally sized cookie dough balls, roll them in between the palm of your hand, then gently flatten them to about 1 of an inch then freeze the cookie dough discs for 15 minutes.
  • Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-13 minutes
  • Melt the chocolate chips with the oil in the microwave in 30-second increments, mixing in between every time.
  • Generously top each hot cookie with the melted chocolate mixture, spread it all around, then top each cookie with the 3 muddy buddies. Let the cookies cool down fully on the baking sheet then enjoy!
    ⅔ cup milk chocolate chips, 2 teaspoon oil

Muddy buddies – Optional since you can use store-bought.

  • Melt ¼ (40g) cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips with ¼ cup (60g) peanut butter. Now toss in the 1 & ¾ (100g)cup Chex cereal. Fill a medium-sized zip lock bag with ½ cup (50g) powdered sugar, add in the chocolate-coated Chex cereal, and toss. Pour the muddy buddies on a parchement or wax paper-lined baking sheet and let set for 30 minutes. Top the cookies with the homemade muddy buddies and enjoy!
    Muddy Buddies

Notes

Note- The chocolate topping will harden when you chill your cookie so make sure to pop your cookies in the microwave before enjoying again!

How to store these Crumbl muddy buddies cookies?

You can store these cookies in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
You can also store them in the fridge for up to 7 days. Pop them in the microwave for 5-10 seconds to get them all melty and delicious again before enjoying them.

Nutrition

Calories: 380CaloriesCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 6gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 48mgSodium: 319mgPotassium: 139mgFiber: 1gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 342IUCalcium: 38mgIron: 1mg
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  1. Stephanie Torres

    June 21, 2023 at 12:44 pm

    5 stars
    These were so soft and delicious! I love how the recipe had ingredient measurements listed in the instructions. 10/10.

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      June 23, 2023 at 2:30 pm

      I’m glad you enjoyed the recipe!

      Reply
  2. Leigh Trichell

    May 01, 2023 at 12:17 pm

    I’m a little confused. The instructions say top the hot cookies with melted peanut butter chips & spread around. But there is no mention of peanut butter chips. Only milk chocolate chips

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      May 22, 2023 at 9:32 am

      So sorry about the confusion, it is just the melted chocolate!

      Reply
  3. Steven

    October 19, 2022 at 12:20 am

    5 stars
    Used Nutella instead of chocolate and they turned out great. Thanks for the great recipe.

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      October 21, 2022 at 10:34 am

      You’re so welcome Steven!!

      Reply
  4. Alice

    March 14, 2022 at 5:29 am

    5 stars
    Amazing!

    I ate mine chilled and it literally melted in my mouth! Perfect ob to chocolate ratio and the muddy buddies were such a nice touch. My family loved the topping so much that I ended up making a second batch of it to snack on 😂

    Reply
  5. Catherine

    February 05, 2022 at 9:19 pm

    5 stars
    this cookie was so delicious and easy to make!! my family loved it!! 10/10

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      April 11, 2022 at 6:30 pm

      Thank you for giving it a try!!

      Reply
    • Susana

      August 05, 2022 at 10:34 am

      5 stars
      Could these be frozen before baking? If so, for how long?

      Made these and they are amazing! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Chahinez

        May 26, 2023 at 5:46 pm

        Yes they can! It can be frozen for up to 3 months 🙂

  6. Taylor

    November 28, 2021 at 7:08 am

    5 stars
    Absolutely amazing!! You need to try!

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      January 08, 2022 at 11:16 am

      Thank you so much for trying it!
      Chahinez

      Reply
  7. Erin Hughes

    November 25, 2021 at 3:50 am

    5 stars
    After seeing these pictures I knew I needed to try these! They came out so good and they taste even better!

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      January 09, 2022 at 10:33 am

      So happy that these photos made the cookies justice! Glad you liked them!
      Chahinez

      Reply
  8. Lori

    November 24, 2021 at 3:20 pm

    How many eggs are needed. It doesn’t say in recipe list of
    Ingredients.

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      November 25, 2021 at 9:51 am

      Make sure to look at the recipe card (click jump to recipe to find it) But this recipe requires one egg at room temperature.
      Chahinez

      Reply
      • Debbie

        December 10, 2021 at 8:04 am

        Can I use almond flour in place of regular flour?

      • Chahinez

        January 01, 2022 at 6:01 pm

        I have never tried these with Almond flour but I was told by others that it worked for them. Let me know if you try it 🙂
        chahinez

  9. kay rodriquez

    November 14, 2021 at 9:23 am

    5 stars
    Another great recipe by the best food blogger I follow… These cookies are so soft that they melt in my mouth and then the chocolate and peanut butter flavors are perfect together. Thank you for working so hard not only everyday but so hard before your vacation to get these great recipes posted.. much love my friend!!!

    Reply
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