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Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookies

Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookies for Irresistible Holiday Cheer

Enjoy the delightful combination of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate in these Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookies, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter almond butter can be used as an alternative
  • 1/2 cup Butter or margarine for a dairy-free option
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar adjust based on preferred sweetness
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar increases chewiness
  • 2 large Eggs or unsweetened applesauce for a vegan version
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour gluten-free flour can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure extract is preferred
For the Mix-ins
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips dark or semi-sweet
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts e.g., peanuts or pecans, seeds can be used instead
Optional Toppings
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt for sprinkling on top
  • 1/2 cup Melted Chocolate for drizzling

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Combine softened butter, creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well, then pour in vanilla extract and blend until smooth.
  4. Whisk together all-purpose flour and baking soda in a separate bowl, then mix with wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips and chopped nuts.
  6. Drop dough balls onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown and centers are soft.
  8. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Optionally, sprinkle with sea salt or drizzle with melted chocolate.
  10. Share and enjoy your Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookies!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the dough for 30 minutes to prevent spreading. Store in an airtight container.

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