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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

Deliciously soft and chewy cookies made with a classic combination of chocolate and peanut butter, perfect for sharing or enjoying on your own.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure the butter is at room temperature.
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until the mixture is smooth.
  4. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and peanut butter until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until everything is combined.
  6. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
Baking
  1. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the baking sheet, making sure to space the cookies about 2 inches apart.
  2. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cookies are set.
  3. Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

These cookies are best served warm, straight from the oven. Enjoy them with a tall glass of milk or your favorite hot drink. To keep your cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week. Freeze them for up to three months for longer storage. For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or sea salt on top before baking.