Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies that Everyone Will Love!
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies that Everyone Will Love! These cookies strike the perfect balance between creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate, creating a soft and chewy treat that’s sure to please cookie enthusiasts of all ages. Ideal for gatherings, lunchboxes, or simply as a sweet snack, this easy-to-follow recipe allows you to customize flavors and toppings for a unique twist. Whether you’re baking with family or whipping up a batch for yourself, each cookie promises a deliciously satisfying bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Total Time: 26 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (or melted chocolate for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix this into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly with a fork.
- Bake for 9–11 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Once cooled, dip half of each cookie in melted chocolate or drizzle on top and sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg