Description
Indulge in the irresistible fusion of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter with these Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies. Soft, chewy, and utterly delicious, these delightful treats are perfect for any occasion—from holiday gatherings to cozy nights at home. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients that you likely have on hand, you’ll be whipping up a batch of these cookies in no time. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or transformed into decadent ice cream sandwiches, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. Follow our easy steps for consistently perfect cookies every time!
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 the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, blend shortening, peanut butter, brown sugar, milk, and vanilla until combined.
- Add the egg and mix until just incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until fully combined.
- Scoop dough onto an ungreased cookie sheet to form balls about 1 to 1.5 inches wide.
- Create a crisscross pattern on each ball with a fork.
- Bake for 7-8 minutes until edges are set but centers are slightly underbaked.
- Cool on the cookie sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg