Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe
This Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe is made with peanut butter, cocoa powder, butter, sugar and egg. Easy soft chewy homemade chocolate cookies at home
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium mixing bowl
- Hand whisk or electric mixer
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Baking tray
- Parchment paper
- Cooling rack
- Cookie scoop or spoon
- Optional:
- Stand mixer for easier creaming
- Fork (for classic criss-cross pattern)
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional add-ins:
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons chopped roasted peanuts
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
Step 2: Cream the Fats and Sugars
- In a large bowl, beat butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and creamy. This step is important because it builds the base texture of the cookies.
Step 3: Add Egg and Vanilla
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture becomes smooth and glossy.
Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. This ensures even distribution and prevents lumps.
Step 5: Form the Dough
- Slowly add dry ingredients into wet mixture. Mix gently until a soft dough forms. If using chocolate chips or peanuts, fold them in now.
Step 6: Shape Cookies
- Scoop equal portions of dough, roll into balls, and place on baking tray. Slightly flatten with a fork for that classic cookie look.
Step 7: Bake
- Bake for 10–12 minutes. The centers should look slightly soft when removed.
Step 8: Cool
- Allow cookies to rest on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a rack.