Decadent Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
These delightful peanut butter cookies are a chocolate lover's dream! Infused with creamy peanut butter and loaded with rich chocolate chunks, these small treats are perfect for any occasion. Feel free to experiment by substituting chocolate chips for coarsely chopped chocolate, or use crunchy peanut butter for added texture—just be sure to adjust the amount of chopped peanuts if you're using crunchy. Ideal for sharing (or keeping all for yourself!), these cookies offer a heartwarming blend of flavors and satisfy your sweet tooth with every bite.
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Servings
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Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
All-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups (whisked together with baking soda, baking powder, and salt)
Baking soda
3/4 teaspoon (combined with flour)
Baking powder
1/2 teaspoon (combined with flour)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon (combined with flour)
Unsalted butter
1/2 cup (softened to room temperature)
Creamy peanut butter
1 cup (preferably Skippy brand)
Granulated sugar
3/4 cup (added to the butter mixture)
Light brown sugar
1/2 cup (firmly packed, added to the butter mixture)
Large egg
1 (beaten into wet ingredients)
Milk
1 tablespoon (added to wet ingredients)
Vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (added to wet ingredients)
Peanut butter morsels
1/2 cup (folded into the dough)
Semisweet chocolate
1/2 cup (coarsely chopped)
Chopped peanuts
1/4 cup (folded into the dough)
Granulated sugar
1/4 cup (for rolling cookies)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies?
They are a delightful blend of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate chunks, described as a chocolate lover's dream.
What brand of peanut butter is recommended for this recipe?
The recipe suggests using Skippy brand creamy peanut butter.
Can I use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy?
Yes, you can use crunchy peanut butter for added texture, but you should adjust the amount of chopped peanuts accordingly.
Is it possible to use chocolate chips instead of chopped chocolate?
Yes, you can substitute chocolate chips for the coarsely chopped semisweet chocolate.
How many ingredients are required for these cookies?
There are a total of 15 ingredients used in this recipe.
What kind of flour is used?
The recipe calls for 1 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour.
How should the dry ingredients be prepared?
The flour should be whisked together with baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
What temperature should the butter be?
The unsalted butter should be softened to room temperature before starting.
Does this recipe use both granulated and brown sugar?
Yes, it uses granulated sugar and firmly packed light brown sugar.
How much light brown sugar is needed?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of firmly packed light brown sugar.
What is the purpose of the extra 1/4 cup of granulated sugar?
The extra 1/4 cup of granulated sugar is used for rolling the cookies.
How many eggs are in the recipe?
The recipe requires one large egg.
Is there any milk in these cookies?
Yes, one tablespoon of milk is added to the wet ingredients.
How much vanilla extract should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Are there peanut butter morsels in the dough?
Yes, 1/2 cup of peanut butter morsels are folded into the dough.
Does the recipe include real peanuts?
Yes, 1/4 cup of chopped peanuts are folded into the dough.
How much baking soda is required?
The recipe uses 3/4 teaspoon of baking soda.
Is baking powder also used in this recipe?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder is included.
What type of chocolate is recommended?
The recipe specifies 1/2 cup of coarsely chopped semisweet chocolate.
How is the egg incorporated?
The egg is beaten into the wet ingredients.
Are these cookies considered drop cookies?
Yes, one of the tags for this recipe is drop cookies.
What are the primary tags for this recipe?
Tags include cookies, peanut butter, chocolate chips, drop cookies, dessert, sweet treats, and baking.
Is salt included in the ingredient list?
Yes, 1/4 teaspoon of salt is whisked into the flour mixture.
How much peanut butter is needed for the dough?
The recipe uses 1 cup of creamy peanut butter.
Is this recipe suitable for sharing?
Yes, the description notes these cookies are ideal for sharing.
What category does this recipe fall under?
While the category field is empty, the tags identify it as a dessert and sweet treat.
How are the peanuts and morsels added to the mixture?
They are folded into the prepared dough.
Are there any nutritional facts provided?
No, nutritional information like calories, fat, and sugar are not specified in this record.
What is the recipe ID for this entry?
The recipe ID is decadent-peanut-butter-chocolate-chip-cookies.
When was this recipe data inserted?
The data was inserted on October 6, 2024.