Decadent Peanut Butter Chocolate Walnut Delights
Indulge yourself with these rich and gooey Decadent Peanut Butter Chocolate Walnut Delights, where creamy peanut butter meets luscious semisweet chocolate chunks and crunchy walnuts. This cookie recipe yields an impressive 60 cookies, perfect for sharing with family and friends or for a delightful treat at any gathering. The unique blend of flavors and textures in these drop cookies makes them a fantastic choice for dessert lovers. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or stored for later, these cookies are sure to please with every bite.
60
Servings
60
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
unsalted butter
1 cup (softened)
creamy peanut butter
1 1/2 cups (smooth)
granulated sugar
1 cup (none)
light brown sugar
1/2 cup (packed)
dark brown sugar
1/2 cup (packed)
eggs
2 (large, room temperature)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (pure)
all-purpose flour
2 cups (none)
baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons (none)
semisweet chocolate chunks
1 (11 1/2 ounce) package (none)
chopped walnuts
1 cup (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line several baking sheets with parchment paper.
2
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the unsalted butter and creamy peanut butter until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3
Gradually add in the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and dark brown sugar, continuing to cream the mixture until smooth.
4
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.
5
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking soda. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the peanut butter mixture, combining until just no white flour remains visible.
6
Fold in the semisweet chocolate chunks and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Gently press down on each cookie dollop to flatten slightly.
8
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-13 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the centers look set.
9
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for about 2 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
3g
Fat
8g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this cookie recipe?
The recipe is for Decadent Peanut Butter Chocolate Walnut Delights.
How many cookies does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 60 cookies.
What is the required oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How long should the cookies bake?
The cookies should bake for 12-13 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
What kind of peanut butter is recommended?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of creamy peanut butter.
Does this recipe use salted or unsalted butter?
It uses 1 cup of softened unsalted butter.
How many types of sugar are in these cookies?
Three types: granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and dark brown sugar.
What kind of chocolate is used?
One 11.5-ounce package of semisweet chocolate chunks is used.
Are there nuts in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 cup of chopped walnuts.
How many eggs are needed?
The recipe requires 2 large, room temperature eggs.
How many calories are in one cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 60 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 3 grams of fat per cookie.
How many carbohydrates are in each cookie?
Each cookie contains 8 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in one cookie?
Each cookie provides 1 gram of protein.
What type of flour should I use?
You should use 2 cups of all-purpose flour.
What is the leavening agent used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking soda.
How should I prepare the baking sheets?
Line several baking sheets with parchment paper.
How large should each cookie dough portion be?
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the sheets.
How far apart should I space the cookies?
Space the dough dollops about 2 inches apart.
Should I flatten the cookie dough before baking?
Yes, gently press down on each cookie dollop to flatten it slightly.
How long should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheets for about 2 minutes.
Where should I move the cookies to finish cooling?
Transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
When should I add the chocolate chunks and walnuts?
Fold them into the dough after the dry ingredients have been mixed in.
What is the preparation for the brown sugars?
Both the light and dark brown sugars should be packed when measuring.
How many ingredients are in this recipe in total?
There are 11 ingredients in total.
What is the texture of the butter and peanut butter mixture?
It should be beaten until the mixture is light and fluffy.
What kind of vanilla extract is suggested?
The recipe specifies 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
How should the eggs be added?
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
What are the primary categories for these cookies?
They are classified as drop cookies, dessert, and homemade treats.
What is the consistency of the final dough before folding in extras?
The dry ingredients should be mixed in until just no white flour remains visible.