Peanut butter and dark chocolate cookies

Indulge in the perfect blend of rich dark chocolate and creamy peanut butter with these delicious cookies. Made with real butter, cocoa powder, and a sprinkle of peanuts, these treats are soft, chewy, and utterly irresistible. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or sharing with friends!

  • 20 Apr 2024
  • Cook time 15 min
  • Prep time 20 min
  • 24 Servings
  • 9 Ingredients

Peanut butter and dark chocolate cookies

Peanut butter and dark chocolate cookies combine the creamy, nutty flavor of peanut butter with the rich, deep taste of dark chocolate to create an indulgent treat. These cookies are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, and it's easier than ever to whip up a batch at home with this simple recipe.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup butter
110g
1 cup dark chocolate
230g
1/3 cup peanut butter
72g
2/3 cup sugar
130g
1 egg
50g
1.25 cups all-purpose white wheat flour
160g
1 tsp baking soda
5g
1 tbsp dry cocoa powder
16g
2 tbsp peanuts
30g

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chopped dark chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth. Alternatively, you can use a double boiler. Set aside to cool slightly.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the peanut butter until fully incorporated. Add the egg and continue to mix until well combined. Pour in the melted dark chocolate and mix until smooth.
5. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and cocoa powder until well combined.
6. Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
7. Fold in Peanuts: Gently fold in the roughly chopped peanuts using a spatula.
8. Form Cookies: Using a tablespoon or a cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
9. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers still look slightly soft. Remember, the cookies will continue to bake on the hot baking sheet after they are removed from the oven.
10. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Serve and Enjoy: Once cooled, enjoy your delicious peanut butter and dark chocolate cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage.

Tips:

- Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier mixing.

- Using high-quality dark chocolate will enhance the rich, decadent flavor of the cookies.

- For a chunkier texture, consider roughly chopping whole peanuts instead of using pre-chopped ones.

- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to prevent them from breaking apart.

- For an extra touch, sprinkle a small amount of sea salt on top of the cookies before baking.

By following these straightforward steps, you can easily bake a delicious batch of peanut butter and dark chocolate cookies that are sure to be a hit with friends and family. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven for the best experience, or store them for a delectable snack whenever the craving strikes.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size33 grams
Energy
Calories 110kcal4%
Protein
Protein 2.99g2%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 16g5%
Fiber 1.74g5%
Sugar 8g8%
Fat
Fat 11g12%
Saturated 2.62g9%
Cholesterol 20mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 40ug4%
Choline 11mg2%
Vitamin B1 0.03mg3%
Vitamin B2 0.02mg1%
Vitamin B3 0.69mg4%
Vitamin B6 0.03mg2%
Vitamin B9 9ug2%
Vitamin B12 0.02ug1%
Vitamin C 0.00mg0%
Vitamin E 0.42mg3%
Vitamin K 0.37ug0%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 7mg1%
Copper, Cu 0.07mg0%
Iron, Fe 1.47mg13%
Magnesium, Mg 36mg8%
Phosphorus, P 33mg3%
Potassium, K 50mg1%
Selenium, Se 2.30ug4%
Sodium, Na 77mg5%
Zinc, Zn 0.27mg2%
Water
Water 3.16g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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