Get ready to experience a mind-blowing cookie adventure that will make your taste buds dance with joy! These incredibly simple yet irresistible Peanut Butter and Chocolate Chip Cookies are about to become your new obsession. With just four ingredients and a few easy steps, you'll create the most addictive cookies that are guaranteed to disappear faster than you can say "more please!" Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, these cookies are your ticket to instant dessert happiness.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and sugar. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well blended and smooth.
- Crack the egg into the peanut butter and sugar mixture. Stir vigorously until the egg is completely incorporated and the mixture becomes uniform.
- Gently fold the chocolate chips into the cookie dough, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Leave about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Use a fork to create a classic crisscross pattern on top of each cookie, gently pressing down to flatten them slightly.
- Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden brown.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes to firm up.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. The cookies will become firmer as they cool.
- Once cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure your egg and peanut butter are at room temperature for the smoothest mixing.
- Chocolate Chip Variation: For extra indulgence, try using a mix of milk and dark chocolate chips for complex flavor.
- Measuring Hack: When measuring peanut butter, lightly coat your measuring cup with cooking spray to help it slide out cleanly.
- Uniform Cookies: Use a cookie scoop for consistent size and even baking.
- Cooling is Crucial: Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- Storage Secret: To keep cookies soft, add a slice of bread to your airtight container - it helps maintain moisture.
- Make-Ahead Option: You can freeze the cookie dough balls and bake directly from frozen, just add 2-3 extra minutes to baking time.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 114kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
