Description
These Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies are the perfect blend of rich cocoa and creamy peanut butter, delivering a soft, chewy texture with a deep, satisfying flavor. The balance between sweet chocolate and salty peanut butter makes them irresistible for cookie lovers of all ages. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or cooled with a glass of milk, these cookies will be a hit for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the cookie dough:
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup creamy peanut butter
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional for topping:
Sea salt for sprinkling
Extra chocolate chips or peanut butter chips
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.
Add the peanut butter and mix until smooth. Then beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix. If desired, fold in chocolate chips or peanut butter chips at this stage.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. If desired, gently press down with a fork for a crisscross pattern or leave them rounded.
Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still soft. Do not overbake as they will continue to set while cooling.
Remove from the oven and allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a more intense chocolate flavor, add a handful of dark chocolate chips. These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to five days. If you prefer a firmer texture, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking. For a fun twist, sandwich two cookies with a dollop of peanut butter or chocolate spread between them.