CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES
Chocolate peanut butter cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter flavor. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion, these cookies are a delicious treat that satisfies every chocolate-peanut butter craving!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Step 1: Cream Butter, Sugars, and Peanut Butter – Beat butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and peanut butter until fluffy.
- Step 2: Add Eggs and Vanilla – Mix in eggs and vanilla until well combined.
- Step 3: Incorporate Dry Ingredients – Sift in flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt, then mix until dough forms.
- Step 4: Fold in Chocolate Chips – Gently stir in chocolate chips for extra richness.
- Step 5: Bake – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), scoop dough onto a baking sheet, and bake for 10-12 minutes until set.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Dough can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for 2 months.
- Customizing the Flavor: Add a pinch of sea salt on top for a sweet-salty contrast.
- Serving Suggestions: Enjoy with a glass of milk or crumbled over ice cream.
- Allergy-Friendly Options: Use almond butter for a peanut-free version.
- Storage Tips: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.