Thick, Chewy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Name: Thick, Chewy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 tablespoons of butter, cut into 8 pieces; 6 tablespoons of creamy peanut butter; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour (or sub for more AP flour); 1/2 teaspoons baking soda; 1/4 heaping teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup brown sugar; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 egg + 1 egg yolk, at room temperature; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 heaping cup chocolate chips

Servings: persons

8 tablespoons of butter, cut into 8 pieces
6 tablespoons of creamy peanut butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat pastry flour (or sub for more AP flour)
1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 heaping teaspoon salt
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg + 1 egg yolk, at room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 heaping cup chocolate chips

1
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat and set aside.
2
Add butter and peanut butter to a large microwave safe bowl, and heat in 30 second increments, stirring in between, until melted. Give the mixture a good whisk until combined and smooth. Let cool completely (pop into the fridge if you're as impatient as me. Ps: I couldn't wait for it to cool COMPLETELY, I proceeded with a slightly warm mixture and still yielded great cookies).
3
In a medium bowl, whisk the flours, baking soda and salt until combined and set aside.
4
In the bowl of the cooled butter/peanut butter mix, add sugars and whisk vigorously until they are combined and no lumps remain. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla and stir until combined. Gradually add flour and mix until a dough forms (I used a rubber spatula and folded in the flour mixture in three parts until just combined). Fold in chocolate chips.
5
Shape the dough into a ball the size of a golfball (I weighed my dough and divided by 18 to ensure equal sized pieces; mine were about 54 grams each). Place on prepared baking sheet two inches apart and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are slightly brown. The centers should be soft and puffy. Do not over bake. Let cool.

984

kcal

Calories

Fat

131

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 tablespoons of butter, cut into 8 pieces, 6 tablespoons of creamy peanut butter, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour (or sub for more AP flour), and more.

Yes, Thick, Chewy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!