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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

These cookies combine the rich flavors of chocolate and peanut butter, making them a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together peanut butter, softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Baking
  1. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
  2. Flatten each cookie slightly with a fork, creating a crisscross pattern.
  3. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are set but centers remain soft.
  4. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Serve your cookies warm, maybe with a glass of cold milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to three months. Use room temperature ingredients for best results.