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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies

These Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies are chewy, decadent, and utterly irresistible!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup granulated white sugar
  • 2 extra-large eggs (or large)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 16 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chunks

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheets
  • Cookie scoop or tablespoon
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Add the extra-large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  4. Add the creamy peanut butter and blend until smooth and well combined.
  5. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and Kosher salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  7. Using a spatula, gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chunks.
  8. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
  • You can freeze cookie dough before baking for later use.
  • Reheat cookies in the microwave for 10-15 seconds for a warm treat.