Indulge in the comforting sweetness of these Ultimate Soft and Chewy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies. Packed with creamy peanut butter and studded with rich chocolate chips, these cookies are a delightful blend of flavors and textures. Each bite offers the perfect mix of gooey chocolate and nutty peanut butter, making them irresistible to cookie lovers of all ages.
Why You'll Love This: These cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor. The use of both brown sugar and a touch of molasses deepens their rich, caramel-like sweetness, perfectly complementing the savory hint of salt. The peanut butter not only enhances the texture, making each cookie deliciously tender, but also adds a depth of flavor that pairs wonderfully with the chocolate chips.
Perfect Occasion: These cookies are perfect for any occasion, be it a casual get-together, a festive celebration, or a comforting treat just for yourself. They're particularly great for holiday baking, school lunches, or as a thoughtful homemade gift. Serve them at your next family gathering or pack them for a picnic, and they're sure to be a hit!
Decoration Tips: For a festive look, press a few extra chocolate chips or peanut butter chips on top of each cookie before baking. You could also sprinkle a light dusting of sea salt on them right after baking to enhance the sweet and savory flavors. Once cooled, drizzle with melted chocolate or peanut butter for an extra decorative and delicious touch.
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (270 grams)
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup soft butter (226 grams)
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (200 grams) (or substitute white sugar with a spoonful of molasses)
- 2/3 cup white sugar
- 1 1/2 cups peanut butter (260 grams)
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips (265 grams)
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugars:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the soft butter, brown sugar, white sugar, and molasses (if using instead of brown sugar). Beat until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla:
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Incorporate Peanut Butter:
- Mix in the peanut butter until well combined.
- Combine with Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until incorporated. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Chill the Dough:
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat and Prepare for Baking:
- Preheat the oven to 356°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Shape and Bake:
- Scoop the dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are just starting to brown.
- Cool:
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these Ultimate Soft and Chewy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies, a delightful treat that combines classic flavors to create a new favorite for your cookie jar!
