Chocolate and Peanut Butter Chunk Cookies
Indulge in the ultimate sweet-and-savory treat with these irresistible Chocolate and Peanut Butter Chunk Cookies! Packed with creamy peanut butter and studded with generous chunks of semi-sweet chocolate, these cookies strike the perfect balance between rich decadence and comforting homemade flavor. A pinch of coarse sea salt on top adds a surprising pop of flavor, elevating every bite. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a soft, chewy texture achieved in under 10 minutes of baking, this recipe is perfect for satisfying your cookie cravings in no time. Serve these crowd-pleasers straight from the cooling rack alongside a glass of milk for an unforgettable dessert or snack.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chunks
- 0.25 teaspoon coarse sea salt (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and beat until well incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients from the medium bowl to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
Gently fold in the chocolate chunks using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough (about 1.5 inches in diameter) and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between the cookies.
If desired, lightly sprinkle each ball of dough with a pinch of coarse sea salt for a hint of savory flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may still look slightly underbaked; they will continue to firm up as they cool.
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy your Chocolate and Peanut Butter Chunk Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5560 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 329.0 g | 422% | |
| Saturated Fat | 178.7 g | 893% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 703 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 3659 mg | 159% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 616.6 g | 224% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.6 g | 113% | |
| Total Sugars | 382.2 g | ||
| Protein | 71.7 g | 143% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 399 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 24.3 mg | 135% | |
| Potassium | 2349 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
