Description
Sweet indulgence meets classic comfort in these irresistible peanut butter chocolate chip cookies, blending rich nutty flavors with melty chocolate morsels. Crisp edges, chewy centers, and a perfect balance of sweetness make these treats an instant crowd-pleaser you’ll want to savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- ¾ cup (170 grams) creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup (125 grams) all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup (128 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Sweeteners:
- ½ cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (110 grams) packed brown sugar
Binding and Flavoring Ingredients:
- ½ cup (113 grams or 1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350F (177C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper for optimal cookie performance.
- Combine softened butter with granulated and brown sugars in a large mixing bowl, whipping until the mixture becomes light and airy with a creamy texture.
- Incorporate peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract, blending thoroughly to create a smooth, uniform mixture.
- In a separate container, sift together flour, baking soda, and salt, ensuring even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually introduce the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just incorporated to prevent overmixing.
- Gently fold chocolate chips into the cookie dough, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, form rounded balls of dough approximately 1½ tablespoons in size, positioning them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Place cookies in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, watching for lightly golden edges while allowing the centers to remain slightly soft.
- Remove from oven and allow cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set their structure.
- Transfer cookies to a wire cooling rack, permitting them to cool completely and develop their final texture.
Notes
- Ensure butter is at room temperature for smooth, easy creaming that creates a perfectly fluffy cookie texture.
- Use natural peanut butter with no added sugar for a more authentic, rich peanut flavor and healthier option.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading and create thicker, chewier cookies.
- For gluten-free variation, swap wheat flour with almond flour or a certified gluten-free baking blend to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg