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. 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. 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. 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. 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.