Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies, a classic treat that perfectly marries the flavors of chocolate and peanut butter. These cookies offer a soft, chewy texture that melts in your mouth, making them an ideal dessert for any occasion—be it holiday gatherings, cookie exchanges, or simply satisfying your sweet cravings. Quick and easy to make with just a handful of pantry staples, this recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup shortening (regular or butter flavor)
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, blend shortening, peanut butter, brown sugar, milk, and vanilla extract using an electric mixer until well combined.
- Add the egg and mix until just incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until fully combined; avoid overmixing.
- Scoop dough onto an ungreased baking sheet, forming 1 to 1 ½ inch balls spaced apart.
- Create a crisscross pattern on top with a fork.
- Bake for 7–8 minutes or until edges are set; do not overbake.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for about 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg