Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of baking with these Best Peanut Butter Chip Cookies. Each bite offers a thick, chewy texture that perfectly complements the rich, nutty flavor of creamy peanut butter and sweet peanut butter chips. Ideal for any occasion—be it a cozy afternoon snack or a standout dessert at parties—these cookies are easy to whip up with minimal ingredients. With their irresistible taste and simple preparation, you’ll be treating yourself and your loved ones to a classic favorite that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
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- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup cake flour
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 Tbsp milk (optional)
- 1 (10 oz.) bag peanut butter chips (approximately 2 cups)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flours, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- Cream together the cold butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and peanut butter until smooth.
- Mix in the egg, egg yolk, vanilla extract, and milk until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just mixed; fold in peanut butter chips.
- Scoop dough onto cookie sheets and gently flatten with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes until golden but slightly underbaked; cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg