Description
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly marries the rich, creamy taste of peanut butter with the indulgence of chocolate chunks. These cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor, making them an ideal dessert for any occasion?whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving something sweet at home. Made with simple pantry staples, this easy-to-follow recipe ensures that bakers of all skill levels can enjoy whipping up these irresistible cookies in no time. With every bite, you’ll experience a satisfying balance of sweetness and nuttiness, leaving you and your loved ones reaching for seconds!
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup chocolate chunks or chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat together butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and peanut butter until fluffy.
- Add the egg and mix until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until fully incorporated without overmixing.
- Fold in chocolate chunks.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared sheets and bake for about 10 minutes or until edges are golden.
Notes
For thicker cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
Experiment with different types of chocolate or add nuts for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg