Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies
Rich and soft chocolate peanut butter cookies that are melt-in-your-mouth delicious, perfect for satisfying any sweet craving.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Fluff up the flour before measuring.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Do not substitute with baking powder.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances sweetness.
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter Use real butter for the best flavor.
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter Avoid natural or oily peanut butter.
- 1/2 cup brown sugar Provides softness.
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar For browning and crisping.
- 1 large egg
Chocolate
- 1 cup chocolate chips or chunks Use high-quality chocolate for the best results.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips or chunks.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent stickiness.
Baking
- Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spaced evenly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the middles are still puffy.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For best results, do not overmix once adding flour. Let cool slightly before moving them to avoid breaking. Chilling the dough is crucial for softer cookies.