Magic in the Middle Cookies and Neighborhood Traditions

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 cups

all-purpose flour

1/2 cup

unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 tsp

baking soda

1/4 tsp

salt

1/2 cup

granulated sugar (plus extra for dredging)

1/2 cup

brown sugar

1/2 cup

butter, softened

1/4 cup

smooth peanut butter

1 tsp

vanilla extract

large egg plus 1 large egg yolk

Peanut butter filling

3/4 cup

peanut butter, crunchy or smooth, your choice

3/4 cup

confectioners? sugar