Easy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
These easy peanut butter chocolate chip cookies are comforting and simple to make, featuring a perfect balance of rich peanut butter and sweet chocolate chips.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter provides rich flavor and moisture
- 1 cup granulated sugar adds sweetness and texture
- 1 large egg binds ingredients for structure
- ½ cup chocolate chips optional; adds sweetness and texture
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by gathering your ingredients in a mixing bowl. Using a spoon or spatula, combine 1 cup of creamy peanut butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Crack the large egg into the bowl with your peanut butter and sugar mixture. Stir well to incorporate the egg fully.
- If you choose to include them, fold in the ½ cup of chocolate chips into the dough.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to the appropriate temperature. Prepare your baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper if you prefer.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them a couple of inches apart.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and monitor for doneness. The edges should be lightly golden, while the centers may still look slightly soft.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
For best results, measure ingredients accurately and allow the baking sheet to cool between batches to maintain even baking. Customize the dough with mix-ins like nuts or dried fruit.