Description
Delight in the perfect blend of crunchy fortune cookies filled with a creamy peanut butter mixture, all enveloped in a smooth semisweet chocolate coating. This easy-to-make treat combines sweet and salty flavors for a unique dessert or snack that’s sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
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Fortune Cookies Filling
- 12-15 plain fortune cookies (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Chocolate Coating
- 8 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped (or chocolate chips)
- 1 tbsp coconut oil (or vegetable oil, for smooth melting)
Instructions
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Filling: In a small bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, softened butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt if using. Mix thoroughly until the mixture becomes smooth and well blended.
- Transfer the Filling to a Piping Bag: Spoon the peanut butter mixture into a piping bag or a plastic sandwich bag with the tip cut off. This will make it easier to fill the cookies neatly.
- Carefully Open the Fortune Cookies: Gently pry open each fortune cookie without breaking it to create space for the filling.
- Fill the Fortune Cookies: Pipe a small amount of the peanut butter mixture into the center of each opened cookie. Then carefully press the cookie back together, ensuring the filling stays contained inside.
- Arrange Filled Cookies: Place the filled fortune cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prepare for dipping.
- Melt the Chocolate Coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chopped semisweet chocolate and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Alternatively, melt the chocolate using a double boiler for gentle heat.
- Coat the Fortune Cookies: Using a fork or tongs, dip each filled fortune cookie into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully covered. Tap off excess chocolate gently against the side of the bowl.
- Place Cookies on Tray: Return the chocolate-coated cookies to the parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat the dipping process with all remaining cookies.
- Chill and Set: Refrigerate the tray of chocolate-covered fortune cookies for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the chocolate coating hardens and sets firmly.
- Serve and Garnish: Once the chocolate has set, the cookies are ready to serve. For an extra touch, drizzle additional melted chocolate over the top or sprinkle crushed peanuts before the chocolate solidifies.
Notes
- Be gentle when opening the fortune cookies to avoid breaking them.
- Using a piping bag helps to fill cookies neatly and evenly.
- The coconut oil helps give the melted chocolate a smooth consistency for dipping.
- Store finished cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
- For extra texture and decoration, sprinkle crushed peanuts or drizzle white chocolate on top.
