How to Make Muddy Hearts - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are some dishes that instantly transport us back to our childhood, and one of those dishes for many of us is Muddy Hearts. This classic dessert is a staple at family gatherings, potlucks, and picnics, and it's not hard to see why. With its rich, chocolatey flavor and creamy texture, Muddy Hearts is a dessert that never fails to please.

Despite its simple ingredients and easy preparation, Muddy Hearts has a way of bringing people together and creating lasting memories. Whether it...

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Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup crunchy peanut butter
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 (12 ounce) package milk chocolate chips

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 cookies

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine egg, peanut butter and sugar in a bowl. The dough should be slightly dry; add small amounts of sugar if it seems too wet.
  • Place dough between two sheets of wax paper and roll to 1/2 inch thickness.
  • Cut the dough with a heart-shaped cookie cutter.
  • Place the hearts on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are golden, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Cool completely on the baking sheet.
  • Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave at 30 second intervals until fully melted, stirring between intervals.
  • Dip the bottom and sides of each cookie in the melted chocolate.
  • Place cookies on wax paper to dry.
  • Nutrition

    348 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 25mg
    • Sodium: 158mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 38g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 34g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Calcium: 50mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 166mg