Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies Recipe
These chocolate peanut butter cup cookies combine the rich flavors of peanut butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips in a soft, chewy cookie that's perfect for any occasion. With a slightly crispy edge and a tender center, they offer a delightful treat for cookie lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter
Add-ins
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt to combine and aerate the mixture.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and peanut butter until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract thoroughly until everything is well combined.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until incorporated to avoid overmixing which can toughen the cookies.
- Fold in chocolate chips: Gently fold the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the dough ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout.
- Scoop dough onto baking sheet: Using a tablespoon, scoop balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart to give room for spreading.
- Bake cookies: Bake for 12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown but the centers remain soft, then allow the cookies to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a crunchier cookie, increase baking time by 2-3 minutes but watch carefully to avoid burning.
- You can substitute peanut butter with almond butter for a different flavor profile.
- Use either creamy or crunchy peanut butter depending on your texture preference in the cookie.
- To make the cookies extra fudgy, slightly underbake and let them cool on the baking tray.
- Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming and better texture.
