Peanut Butter-Chocolate Chip-Bacon Cookies Recipe

Name: Peanut Butter-Chocolate Chip-Bacon Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Pinch of chipotle or ancho chile powder; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 5 strips bacon (1/3 pound); 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup roughly chopped honey- roasted peanuts; 1/3 cup bittersweet or semisweet chocolate chips

Servings: persons

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of chipotle or ancho chile powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
5 strips bacon (1/3 pound)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup roughly chopped honey- roasted peanuts
1/3 cup bittersweet or semisweet chocolate chips

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
2
Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, chile powder and salt in a large bowl.
3
Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 4 to 6 minutes per side.
4
Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; reserve 2 tablespoons of the drippings and set aside to cool.
5
Crumble the bacon, discarding any chewy bits.
6
Beat the butter and reserved bacon drippings in a large bowl with a mixer on medium-high speed until smooth, about 1 minute.
7
Beat in the peanut butter until combined, about 1 minute.
8
Beat in the granulated and light brown sugar until creamy, about 4 minutes, then add the egg and vanilla and beat until light and fluffy, about 2 more minutes.
9
Reduce the mixer speed to low; add the flour mixture in 2 additions, scraping down the bowl as needed, until just combined.
10
Stir in the peanuts and all but 2 tablespoons each of the chocolate chips and bacon.
11
Form the dough into 12 balls and arrange 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
12
Flatten with your fingers (the cookies will not spread in the oven); press the reserved bacon and chocolate chips on top.
13
Bake until golden, 12 to 14 minutes.
14
Let the cookies cool 2 minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
15
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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Photograph by Lisa Shin

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon baking powder, 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Peanut Butter-Chocolate Chip-Bacon Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Peanut Butter-Chocolate Chip-Bacon Cookies

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