Description
Indulge in the ultimate delight with these Best Peanut Butter Chip Cookies. With a perfect balance of rich peanut butter flavor and sweet chocolatey chips, these cookies are irresistibly thick and chewy, making them a favorite for any occasion—be it family gatherings, cozy nights at home, or bake sales. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures that you can whip up a delicious batch in no time, creating a warm, inviting aroma that fills your kitchen with nostalgia. Plus, the versatility of this recipe allows for personalized touches, whether you prefer adding nuts or swapping out peanut butter chips for your favorite flavors. Treat yourself and your loved ones to these delectable cookies that promise satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 3/4 cup cake flour, spooned and leveled
- 1 tsp. corn starch
- 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 tsp. baking soda
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 cup cold, unsalted butter, cubed (8 Tbsp.)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed (light or dark)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter, like Jif or Skippy
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 Tbsp. milk (optional)
- 1 (10 oz.) bag peanut butter chips (I use Reese's brand) ~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 all-purpose flour, cake flour, corn starch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a stand mixer, cream together cold unsalted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and creamy peanut butter until smooth.
- Add egg, egg yolk, vanilla extract (and milk if using) and mix until combined.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture on low speed until fully combined.
- Gently fold in peanut butter chips.
- Using a cookie scoop, form balls of dough and roll them in granulated sugar before placing them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 9–11 minutes until golden brown; let cool before transferring to a rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg