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Salted Peanut Butter Cookies with Chocolate Chunks

Salted Peanut Butter Cookies with Chocolate Chunks

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. 1 cup peanut butter
  2. 1 cup granulated sugar
  3. 1 large egg
  4. 1 tsp vanilla extract
  5. 1/2 tsp baking soda
  6. 1/2 tsp sea salt
  7. 1 cup chocolate chunks

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
  2. 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.
  3. Add 1 large egg to the peanut butter and sugar mixture. Beat the egg in until fully incorporated.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing well to ensure it is evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  5. 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.
  6. Fold in 1 cup of chocolate chunks into the cookie dough, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
  7. 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.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. 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.
  11. Enjoy your delicious salted peanut butter cookies with chocolate chunks as a sweet treat or dessert!

Tips

  1. Use room temperature ingredients for the best cookie texture and easier mixing.
  2. For extra richness, use high-quality chocolate chunks or chopped premium chocolate bars.
  3. Don't overmix the dough - this can make cookies tough and dense.
  4. Use a fork to create the classic crisscross pattern, which helps cookies bake evenly.
  5. Watch cookies carefully during the last few minutes of baking - they should be just golden at the edges.
  6. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
  7. Store in an airtight container to maintain softness for up to 5 days.
  8. 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

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