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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

These cookies are simple, comforting treats made with creamy peanut butter and melty chocolate chips. They come together with minimal fuss, resulting in soft, chewy cookies with crispy edges and pockets of gooey chocolate. Perfect for a cozy snack or nostalgic dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter preferably unsweetened
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 large egg at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup chocolate chips semi-sweet or dark

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Cookie scoop or spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter and sugar, stirring until smooth and slightly glossy. The mixture will be thick but creamy to the touch.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl, then whisk or stir vigorously until the mixture is well combined and smooth, about 1-2 minutes. It should be uniform in color and slightly fluffy.
  4. Sprinkle in the baking soda and fold it into the dough with a spatula or spoon, making sure it’s evenly mixed. The dough will start to loosen slightly.
  5. Gently fold in the chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the dough. The dough should be sticky but manageable.
  6. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion out about 1-2 tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and the centers look slightly soft but set. You’ll smell the rich aroma of baked chocolate and peanut butter as they turn perfect.
  8. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies sit for 5 minutes. During this time, they will firm up slightly, making them easier to transfer.
  9. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely, or enjoy them warm with gooey chocolate pockets inside.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top of each cookie before baking. Chilling the dough for 30 minutes can help prevent spreading and enhance flavor. Feel free to experiment with dark chocolate or chopped nuts for added texture.