Peanut butter cookies today guys, let’s do it.
I’ve been baking up a storm lately because I know I’m about to totally lose all my freetime in a few months when our little baby girl comes around. I’m both terrified and excited, seems legit at this point.
This is one of those classic recipes that always works, always pleases, and you’ll love the results. There’s a lot of recipes out there for peanut butter cookies that are more simple, even some 3 ingredient recipes. This is not one of those.
BUT the results are more hearty. When I want a cookie, I want something with a little crunch and texture on the outside, and a nice chew on the inside. These have all that, plus chocolate chips. Have I talked about how chocolate is basically health food? It is. Plus PB has tons of protein right? These cookies are basically health food.
This is actually a remake of one of my first cookie recipes on this blog, where I threw bacon into these cookies. P.S.- not my idea. I originally saw this recipe in an issue of Food Network Magazine.
Peanut butter cookies are indulgent. The flavors are strong, lightly sweet with just a hint of salt from the peanuts, and those pops of chocolate running throughout. Speaking of the chocolate though- it’s optional. I mean, it’s a great option, but optional nonetheless.
Also, my coworkers requested this recipe for ages, so smiles were had all around when I finally made em and brought them to the office. As Elliott says, “Link in bio, cookies in office!”
Anyways, enjoy guys!
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups flour
- 1/2 tsp. baking soda
- 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 cup oil
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbs. water
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and line two baking sheets with parchment or non-stick sheets.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, beat together the canola oil, butter, peanut butter, sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
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Beat in the eggs, water, and vanilla extract.
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Slowly add in the flour mixture, and beat until fully combined. Stir in the chocolate chips.
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Scoop the cookie dough in two tablespoonfuls onto your baking sheet, and press down slightly.
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Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cookies have just started to become golden on the edges. Cool and enjoy!
Hello and welcome! My name is Nicole, and Dough-eyed is a food blog for people who want to bake for their family and friends in high-altitude areas. Think of me as a friendly voice there with you in the kitchen, here to give you confidence when you’re baking, and to help you with the struggles of baking at high-altitude. Come back every week for new recipes, tips, and advice on high-altitude baking!
Aspen Reed says
Why the added canola oil? I have never seen that in a recipe for peanut butter or chocolate chip cookies. I mean im definately gonna try it. Just curious. Thanks!
Dough-Eyed says
Hi there! The added oil helps give the cookies a little more moisture in the dough, and it creates a slightly more chewy inside after baking!