Description
Peanut-Butter Chocolate-Chip Cookies combine creamy peanut butter with melty chocolate chips for a perfect sweet and salty treat. These soft and slightly chewy cookies are quick to make, family-friendly, and customizable, filling your kitchen with a warm and inviting aroma.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the egg and mix until fully incorporated, creating a moist and flavorful base.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to distribute the rising agent evenly and balance the flavors.
- Bring It All Together: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently just until combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender cookie texture.
- Fold in the Chocolate Chips: Stir the chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough to ensure melty chocolate pockets throughout the cookies.
- Scoop and Bake: Use a spoon or cookie scoop to place dough balls about 2 inches apart on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a rack.
Notes
- Use room temperature egg and peanut butter for smooth mixing and consistent texture.
- Stir dough just until ingredients are combined to keep cookies tender.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker, chewier cookies.
- Ensure baking soda is fresh for optimal rise and texture.
- Remove cookies slightly before fully done to maintain a soft, chewy center.
- Optionally, sprinkle flaky sea salt, drizzle melted chocolate or peanut butter on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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