If you’re a fan of peanut butter and chocolate (who isn’t?), you are going to LOVE these Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies. They’re soft, chewy, sweet, a little salty, and packed with melty dark chocolate. Oh and they’re super easy to make! This is one of my go-to recipes when I need a quick treat that everyone will enjoy.
Method
Mix the Wet Stuff
To get started, grab a large mixing bowl. Crack the egg into the bowl, making sure it’s at room temperature; this helps everything blend more smoothly. Add in the packed brown sugar, granulated white sugar, creamy peanut butter, and vanilla extract. Using a spatula or wooden spoon, stir the mixture well until it becomes thick, creamy, and evenly combined. It should look smooth and glossy. This base is the heart of your cookie dough, so make sure there are no clumps of sugar or streaks of peanut butter left behind.
Add the Dry Ingredients
Now it’s time to add flavor and texture. Sprinkle in the baking powder and cinnamon powder directly onto the wet mixture. Gently mix them in, just until you no longer see the spices. After that, fold in the almond flour and the rolled oats. Almond flour adds softness while the oats bring a hearty chewiness. Be gentle with this step stir just until everything looks combined. Overmixing can make the dough tough, and we want our cookies nice and soft!
Add the Good Stuff
Next comes the best part: chocolate! Pour in the dark chocolate chips and fold them into the dough. Make sure they’re evenly spread throughout, so every cookie gets plenty of chocolatey goodness. This is also a great time to sneak a little taste just saying.
Shape the Dough
Once your dough is ready, use a spoon or a small ice cream scooper to scoop out pieces that are about one inch in size. Roll each piece between your palms to form a smooth ball. Then, place each dough ball on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them out so they have room to spread. Gently press down on each one with your hand to flatten them just a little bit they don’t need to be pancake-flat, just enough to help them bake evenly.
Sprinkle with Sea Salt
Before popping the cookies in the oven, add a pinch of flaky sea salt on top of each one. This small touch really brings out the peanut butter and chocolate flavors, giving each bite a little salty sparkle that makes the cookies taste gourmet.
Bake
Now, slide the tray into a preheated oven set to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges look golden brown and slightly crisp, while the centers stay soft. The cookies will puff up a bit in the oven and then settle as they cool.
Cool & Enjoy
Once baked, remove the tray from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. They’ll firm up as they cool, making them easier to handle. After that, transfer them to a cooling rack if you have one or just enjoy them warm straight from the pan. They’re especially good when the chocolate is still melty!
Necessary Tools
- 1 large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spoon or ice cream scooper
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Spatula or wooden spoon
- Your hands (yep, you’ll use them too!)
Easy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies Soft, Chewy & Irresistible
Cuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy10
servings10
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minutesIngredients
1 large egg (at room temperature)
1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup almond flour
1/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oatmeal
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp cinnamon powder
3/4 cup dark chocolate chips
Flaky sea salt (for topping)
Directions
- Mix the Wet Stuff – In your big bowl, add the egg, brown sugar, white sugar, peanut butter, and vanilla. Stir it all up until it looks smooth and creamy.
- Add the Dry Ingredients – Sprinkle in the baking powder and cinnamon. Then gently fold in the almond flour and oats. Don’t overmix just stir until it looks even.
- Add the Good Stuff – Fold in the dark chocolate chips. Try not to eat them all while you’re baking.
- Shape the Dough – Use a spoon or scooper to grab a chunk of dough. Roll it into a ball with your hands (about 1 inch wide), then place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Press it down just a little with your hand.
- Sprinkle with Sea Salt – This gives the cookie a magical touch! Just a pinch on top of each one.
- Bake – Pop the cookies into a preheated oven at 350°F for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Notes
- Don’t skip room temperature egg – It helps everything mix better.
- Don’t overmix – That can make the cookies tough.
- Don’t press the cookies too flat – Just a gentle press is enough!
- Watch the oven – Every oven is different. Start checking at 10 minutes!
Serving Suggestions
- With a glass of milk – Classic and cozy.
- With ice cream – Make ice cream cookie sandwiches!
- Warm with a spoonful of peanut butter on top – Extra yum.
- Perfect for lunchboxes or after-school snacks
Fun Fact
Did you know peanut butter was first invented in the 1800s as a soft food for people with no teeth? Today, it’s a favorite for everyone with or without teeth!
Conclusion
And that’s it! These Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are simple, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re baking for your family, friends, or just treating yourself, you’ll be amazed at how easy they are to make and how fast they disappear.
