Irresistibly Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe

Thank you so much for stopping by today! I couldn’t be more excited to share one of my absolute favorite cookie recipes with you: Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies. If you love that classic combination of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter, you’re in for a treat that will make your kitchen smell like heaven. These cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with melty chocolate chips—basically a hug in dessert form.

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Overview of Recipe Content

These Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies are the perfect blend of indulgence and nostalgia. They fit beautifully into a holiday cookie box, an afternoon pick-me-up with coffee, or even as a sweet treat after a weeknight dinner.

Why you’ll love them:

• They’re soft, chewy, and full of peanut butter goodness.
• Perfect balance of salty-sweet flavors.
• Easy to make in under 30 minutes!
• A crowd-pleaser for kids and adults alike.

Flavor profile:
Imagine biting into a cookie that’s rich and chocolatey with little bursts of peanut butter creaminess, rounded out by gooey chocolate chips. Yes, they’re as dreamy as they sound.

Nutritional/Seasonal Note:
While these are definitely indulgent, peanut butter brings protein and healthy fats to the mix. Plus, they’re perfect for holiday cookie swaps or anytime you want a little comfort baking.

Ingredients:

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• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Tools you’ll need:

• Mixing bowls
• Hand or stand mixer
• Baking sheets
• Parchment paper
• Cooling rack

Substitutions and Additions:

• Swap creamy peanut butter with chunky if you like texture.
• Use white chocolate chips or peanut butter chips for a twist.
• Add chopped peanuts for crunch.

How to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

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1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Cream the butter and sugars together until light and fluffy. This is where the magic starts!
3. Beat in the eggs and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
4. Add the peanut butter and blend until fully incorporated—hello, peanut butter bliss.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. The dough will be thick and chocolatey.
7. Fold in chocolate chips. Resist the urge to sneak too many bites of dough (though I won’t judge).
8. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
9. Bake 10–12 minutes, until edges are set but centers look slightly soft.
10. Cool on a rack—if you can wait that long!

What to Serve with Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

• A tall glass of cold milk (classic!).
• A scoop of vanilla ice cream for cookie sandwiches.
• Hot cocoa or coffee for a cozy treat.

Tips for Making It Perfect

• Don’t overbake—cookies continue baking on the sheet after removal.
• Chill the dough 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
• Use high-quality cocoa powder for the richest flavor.

Storage Instructions

• Room temperature: Store in an airtight container up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze baked cookies up to 3 months.
• Reheat: Warm in the microwave 10–15 seconds for gooey goodness.

General Information

These cookies are inspired by the classic American love affair with peanut butter and chocolate—think Reese’s in cookie form! Perfect for Christmas trays, back-to-school snacks, or just a rainy-day bake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use natural peanut butter?
Yes, but stir it well; natural oils can make cookies spread more.

Can I make them gluten-free?
Absolutely—use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.

Do I need to chill the dough?
Not required, but chilling helps create thicker cookies.

Can I use dark chocolate chips instead?
Of course! They’ll add a deeper flavor.

Conclusion

There you have it—rich, soft, chewy Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies that combine two of the best flavors in the world. Bake a batch today and share them with someone you love (or keep them all for yourself, I won’t tell!).

If you loved this recipe, you’ll also enjoy:

• Best Peanut Butter Protein Balls
• Soft & Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
• No-Bake Protein Cookie Dough

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Interactive Elements

If you try these cookies, leave a comment below with your review—I’d love to hear how they turned out for you! And don’t forget to share your cookie photos on Pinterest: Poulef Pinterest Recipes or tag me on Instagram.

Nutritional Information

Approx. per cookie (based on 24 cookies):

Calories	Carbs	Protein	Fat	Saturated Fat	Sugar	Fiber	Sodium
260	32g	5g	13g	6g	20g	3g	120mg

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