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Cozy Chunky Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

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These cookies combine the rich crunch of chunky peanut butter with melty semi-sweet chocolate chips for a quick, comforting treat perfect for cozy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (250g) chunky peanut butter
  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Optional: ½ cup chopped roasted peanuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat ½ cup (115g) softened unsalted butter with ¾ cup (150g) packed brown sugar and ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes with a mixer on medium speed.
  4. Mix in 1 cup (250g) chunky peanut butter until combined.
  5. Beat in 1 large room-temperature egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
  6. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or folding gently with a spatula. Avoid overmixing; the dough should come together but still look a little chunky.
  7. Fold in 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips and, if using, ½ cup chopped roasted peanuts.
  8. Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden but centers still look slightly soft.
  10. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

Do not overbake; remove cookies when edges are golden but centers look soft for chewy texture. Use room temperature ingredients for best mixing. Chill dough for 10-15 minutes if too soft. Press extra chocolate chips on top before baking for melty pockets. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan butter and egg with flax or chia egg.

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