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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

Irresistibly Chewy Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies to Love

Delight in these Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies, where creamy peanut butter and rich cocoa create an irresistible chewy treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 54 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1/2 cup Shortening Can substitute with butter for a richer flavor.
  • 3/4 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Try almond butter for a different flavor.
  • 1 1/2 cups Packed Brown Sugar Light brown sugar can be used if dark is unavailable.
  • 3 tablespoons Milk Any milk variant can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract No viable substitute; omit if necessary.
  • 1 large Egg Consider flaxseed meal mixed with water for egg-free option.
  • 1 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with a gluten-free blend if necessary.
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Use Dutch-processed cocoa for a milder taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances sweetness and overall flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chewy Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine shortening and creamy peanut butter. Use an electric mixer to cream them together until smooth and well-combined, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Gradually add packed brown sugar to the creamed mixture, mixing well. Then, mix in milk, vanilla extract, and egg. Beat for about 1-2 minutes until creamy.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper, leaving 2 inches of space between each.
  5. Place the tray in the oven and bake for 7-9 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers look slightly soft. Allow to rest for a couple of minutes.
  6. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before indulging.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For longer storage, freeze in a single layer and transfer to a freezer bag for up to 3 months.

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