Decadent Double Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these Decadent Double Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies. Perfectly chewy, yet soft and bursting with the rich flavors of creamy peanut butter and semi-sweet chocolate, these cookies redefine what a classic treat can be. Enhanced by the luxurious Ghirardelli's 60% cacao chocolate chips, each bite is a delightful combination of sweet and salty. The secret to their fabulous texture lies in the careful baking time—bake them just right to achieve the perfect balance between softness and a slightly crisp edge. Whether for a special occasion or just a tasty snack, these cookies are sure to impress family and friends alike.
24
Servings
N/A
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups (sifted)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
baking powder
1/2 teaspoon (none)
baking soda
3/4 teaspoon (none)
unsalted butter
1/2 cup (softened)
creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup (none)
brown sugar
1 cup (packed)
egg
1 (large)
peanut butter chips
1/2 cup (Reese's brand recommended)
Ghirardelli's 60% cacao chocolate chips
1/2 cup (do not substitute)
granulated sugar
for rolling (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, creamy peanut butter, and packed brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3
Beat in the egg until well combined.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda until thoroughly mixed.
5
Gradually add the flour mixture to the peanut butter mixture, mixing well until all ingredients are incorporated.
6
Gently fold in the peanut butter chips and Ghirardelli's chocolate chips with a spoon, ensuring even distribution.
7
Shape the dough into balls that are 1 to 1 1/2 inches in diameter; avoid flattening.
8
Roll each cookie ball lightly in granulated sugar to coat.
9
Place the coated cookie balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced about 2 inches apart.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes. For softer and chewier cookies, aim for 9 minutes.
11
Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary flavor profile of these cookies?
These cookies feature a rich combination of creamy peanut butter and semi-sweet chocolate, specifically using Ghirardelli 60% cacao chocolate chips.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How long should I bake these cookies for a chewy texture?
For softer and chewier cookies, aim for a baking time of 9 minutes. The total range is 9 to 11 minutes.
What specific chocolate chips are recommended for this recipe?
The recipe specifies Ghirardelli's 60% cacao chocolate chips and notes that they should not be substituted.
Which brand of peanut butter chips is recommended?
Reese's brand peanut butter chips are recommended for the best results.
How many servings does this cookie recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 24 servings.
Should I sift the flour before measuring?
Yes, the recipe calls for 1 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour that has been sifted.
What type of peanut butter should I use?
You should use creamy peanut butter for this recipe.
Do I need to flatten the cookie dough balls before baking?
No, you should avoid flattening the dough balls after shaping them.
What size should the dough balls be?
The dough should be shaped into balls that are 1 to 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
Is there a specific coating for the cookies before they go in the oven?
Yes, each cookie ball should be rolled lightly in granulated sugar to coat it before baking.
How should the butter be prepared for mixing?
The unsalted butter should be softened before being creamed with the peanut butter and sugar.
What kind of sugar is used inside the cookie dough?
The dough uses 1 cup of packed brown sugar.
Does the recipe use baking soda, baking powder, or both?
The recipe uses both: 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder and 3/4 teaspoon of baking soda.
What is the first step in the mixing process?
The first mixing step is to cream together the softened butter, creamy peanut butter, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
How should the dry ingredients be handled?
In a separate bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda before adding them to the wet ingredients.
How should the chocolate and peanut butter chips be added to the dough?
They should be gently folded in with a spoon to ensure even distribution throughout the dough.
What type of baking sheet preparation is required?
The cookies should be placed on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
How much space should be left between the cookies on the pan?
Ensure the cookie balls are spaced about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
What is the cooling process for these cookies?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
What size egg is required for this recipe?
The recipe requires one large egg.
Is this recipe suitable for a dessert category?
Yes, it is specifically categorized as a Dessert.
What makes these cookies 'double peanut butter'?
They are considered 'double' because the recipe uses both creamy peanut butter in the dough and peanut butter chips.
Can I use salted butter?
The recipe calls for unsalted butter. If using salted, you may want to adjust the additional salt added to the dry ingredients.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include cookies, peanut butter, chocolate chips, dessert, baking, chewy cookies, ghirardelli, and award-winning.
How much salt is needed?
The recipe requires 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
What is the total amount of chips used?
The recipe uses 1 cup of chips in total: 1/2 cup of peanut butter chips and 1/2 cup of chocolate chips.
Is this recipe considered award-winning?
Yes, 'award-winning' is one of the tags associated with this specific recipe.
What is the secret to the texture of these cookies?
The secret lies in the careful baking time to achieve a balance between softness and a slightly crisp edge.
How much peanut butter is in the dough?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter.