Description
Homemade Peanut Butter Cup Cookies are a decadent treat that perfectly balances the creamy richness of peanut butter with the sweet allure of chocolate. These soft, chewy cookies melt in your mouth and are ideal for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy night at home or a lively gathering with friends. Simple to make and utterly delicious, they will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and peanut butter until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop dough onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg