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Soft Peanut Butter Cookies

These Soft Peanut Butter Cookies are irresistibly creamy and delightful! A perfect blend of peanut butter and chocolate chips makes them a must-bake treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup spreadable peanut butter
  • 2/3 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup white granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/3 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop or tablespoon
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: Cream together the softened unsalted butter and spreadable peanut butter until smooth. Add in the light brown sugar and white granulated sugar, mixing until light and fluffy.
  3. Step 3: Crack the large egg into the mixture and pour in the pure vanilla extract. Beat until well combined.
  4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Step 6: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  7. Step 7: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Step 8: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Step 9: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

  • Prep the cookie dough ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze baked cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
  • Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.