Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
If you’re craving a sweet treat that’s both satisfying and easy to make, look no further than these Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies. Combining the creamy richness of peanut butter with the delightful sweetness of chocolate chips, this recipe is a family favorite that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re baking for busy weeknights, school lunches, or cozy gatherings with friends, these cookies promise to fill your home with an irresistible aroma and create cherished moments. With simple ingredients and quick preparation, you can whip up a batch in no time and enjoy every delightful bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, brown sugar, egg, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Add flour and mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Fold in chocolate chips gently.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Flatten each ball slightly with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 7-8 minutes or until golden around the edges.
- Allow cooling on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg