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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Decadent Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies for Dreamy Bites

Irresistible Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies that are soft, chewy, and perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 36 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Spoon and level for accuracy
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Leavening agent
  • 1 pinch salt Enhances flavors
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter At room temperature
  • 0.75 cups brown sugar Light or dark can be substituted
  • 0.75 cups white granulated sugar For sweetness
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter Smooth is recommended
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Optional but recommended
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature
For the Mix-ins
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips For bursts of chocolate goodness

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • spatula
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Sift together flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl and set aside.
  2. Cream the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in peanut butter and vanilla extract, then add eggs one at a time until combined.
  4. Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture, then stir in chocolate chips.
  5. Chill dough covered in refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F, scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, and bake for 13-16 minutes.
  7. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for 4 minutes before transferring to wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze unbaked dough for up to 30 days.

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