Imagine a cookie so irresistible that it combines the rich, creamy goodness of peanut butter with decadent chocolate chunks and a hint of sea salt that will make your taste buds dance with joy! These aren't just ordinary cookies - they're a mouthwatering experience that transforms a simple dessert into a gourmet treat that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe. In just 25 minutes, you can create bakery-quality cookies that are crispy on the edges, soft in the center, and absolutely impossible to resist.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 cup chocolate chunks
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of peanut butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Use a hand mixer or a wooden spoon to mix them together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add 1 large egg to the peanut butter and sugar mixture. Beat the egg in until fully incorporated.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing well to ensure it is evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- In a separate small bowl, mix together 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda and 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in 1 cup of chocolate chunks into the cookie dough, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Using a tablespoon or a cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Using a fork, gently press down on each cookie to create a crisscross pattern on top. This also helps to flatten them slightly for even baking.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked but will firm up as they cool.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious salted peanut butter cookies with chocolate chunks as a sweet treat or dessert!
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients for the best cookie texture and easier mixing.
- For extra richness, use high-quality chocolate chunks or chopped premium chocolate bars.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can make cookies tough and dense.
- Use a fork to create the classic crisscross pattern, which helps cookies bake evenly.
- Watch cookies carefully during the last few minutes of baking - they should be just golden at the edges.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain softness for up to 5 days.
- For a gourmet touch, sprinkle a tiny bit of extra sea salt on top right after baking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 16g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 15mg