Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip

Soft, chewy cookies loaded with creamy peanut butter and pockets of melty chocolate chips—perfect for everyday snacking or sharing.

This recipe has become a favorite in my family for its ease and delicious flavor that everyone enjoys.

Ingredients

• 1 cup (240 g) creamy peanut butter: wet ingredient
• 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter softened: wet ingredient
• 1 cup (200 g) brown sugar packed: wet ingredient
• 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar: wet ingredient
• 2 large eggs: wet ingredient
• 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract: wet ingredient
• 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour: dry ingredient
• 1 tsp baking soda: dry ingredient
• 1/2 tsp baking powder: dry ingredient
• 1/4 tsp salt: dry ingredient
• 1 1/2 cups (260 g) semisweet chocolate chips: add-in

Instructions

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Preheat oven:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Cream ingredients:

In a large bowl cream together the peanut butter softened butter brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Add eggs and vanilla:

Beat in the eggs one at a time then stir in the vanilla extract.

Whisk dry ingredients:

In a separate bowl whisk together the flour baking soda baking powder and salt.

Combine mixtures:

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture mixing just until combined.

Fold in chocolate chips:

Fold in the chocolate chips.

Portion dough:

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Bake:

Bake for 1112 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden but centers are still soft.

Cool cookies:

Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

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Baking these cookies together has created many joyful family moments and tasty memories.

Required Tools

Large mixing bowl Hand or stand mixer Measuring cups and spoons Baking sheets Parchment paper Wire rack

Allergen Information

Contains peanuts eggs milk and wheat (gluten). Always check chocolate chips and other ingredients for potential allergens.

Nutritional Information

Calories 185 Total Fat 10 g Carbohydrates 22 g Protein 3 g per serving

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Enjoy your freshly baked cookies with a cold glass of milk or share them with friends for a sweet treat.

Common Recipe Questions

→ What makes these cookies soft and chewy?

The combination of peanut butter, brown sugar, and eggs creates a moist dough, while careful baking at moderate temperature ensures a tender center with lightly golden edges.

→ Can I substitute different types of chocolate chips?

Yes, semisweet can be swapped with milk or dark chocolate chips to suit your taste preferences without altering the texture.

→ How should I store leftover cookies?

Cookies freeze well for up to three months. Store them in an airtight container or freezer bag to maintain freshness.

→ Are there options to add more texture to the cookies?

Adding chopped roasted peanuts can provide a crunchy contrast to the soft cookie base.

→ What are important allergen considerations?

These cookies contain peanuts, eggs, milk, and wheat gluten. Check ingredient labels carefully to avoid allergen risks.