Do you love the combination of chocolate and peanut butter? Then these Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are going to be for you!! The simplicity of making them adds to their charm; a few basic ingredients come together to create a masterpiece.
Do you love cookies and want more? Then try these recipes for White Chocolate Macadamia Cookies or Chocolate No-Bake Cookies.
Imagine biting into a warm, gooey Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip cookie, feeling the rich flavors of creamy peanut butter blending perfectly with the sweetness of chocolate chips. The soft and chewy texture melts in your mouth, leaving a delightful taste that lingers. These cookies are not just a treat for the taste buds but also for the soul.
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Baking Sheet with Rack Set [2 Pans + 2 Racks]
Cookie Scoop Set – Small/1 Tbsp, Medium/2 Tbsp, Large/3 Tbsp
Yes, you can. I recommend first freezing them on baking sheets and then storing them in either freezer bags or airtight containers. They will last up to 3 months. Simply defrost and serve.
Ingredients for Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Simple ingredients that you might already have on hand!!
Ingredients
AP flour – Good old trusted all-purpose flour works best with these cookies.
Baking powder and baking soda – They are leavening agents and help your cookies rise.
Salt – Always needed in baking to bring out all the flavors.
Unsalted butter, softened – I use salted butter too, and just decrease the salt.
Brown sugar and Granulated sugar – This is a good combination of sugars to get the flavor from the brown sugar but not make it too rich.
Creamy peanut butter – Rely on a good brand for the best peanut butter.
Vanilla – Number one to do for added flavor in baking.
Egg and Egg yolk – Eggs add stability to your cookies and also some moisture.
Milk chocolate chips – Get a good quality chocolate chip for these cookies; that will make them the best.
How to Make Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add in the vanilla, egg, egg yolk, and peanut butter and mix until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
Fold in the chocolate chips.
Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between them.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your delicious peanut butter chocolate chip cookies!
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Another great cookie is these Sour Cream Chocolate Chip Cookies from Magnolia Days.
Recipe Pro Tips!
Can I make the dough ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator or freezer?
Yes, you can mix the dough ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 1 month. When you’re ready to bake the cookies, let the dough come to room temperature before scooping and baking.
Can I use a different type of chocolate instead of chocolate chips?
Of course! You can use any type of chocolate you prefer – semi-sweet chocolate, dark chocolate, white chocolate, or even chopped-up chocolate bars. Just make sure to use the same amount of chocolate (2 cups) as called for in the recipe.
How should these cookies be stored?
These cookies should be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. They will last a few days longer if stored in the refrigerator.
Can I use natural peanut butter in this recipe?
It’s not recommended to substitute peanut butter for natural peanut butter. It will change the texture of the cookies and make them oilier and greasier.
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We love cookies at Noshing With The Nolands and these are a perfect back-to-school snack either in a lunch box or at any time of the day for anyone.
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 cups AP flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla
- 1 egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 cups milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
- In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the vanilla, egg, egg yolk, and peanut butter and mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between them.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious peanut butter chocolate chip cookies!
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