Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Base Ingredients
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1 cup butter, room temperature
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2 eggs, room temperature
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1 ¼ cup light brown sugar
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup peanut butter
→ Dry Ingredients
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2 tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp salt
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3 cups flour
→ Mix-ins
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2 cups milk chocolate chips
# How to Make It:
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Pre-heat oven to 375°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
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Mix butter, vanilla, and eggs until well blended using a stand or a hand mixer.
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Slowly add brown sugar and granulated sugar until mixture is light and creamy.
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Mix in baking powder and salt. Add peanut butter and mix until well combined.
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Slowly add the flour and mix until the dough starts to form a clump. Fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
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Scoop the dough using a 2-inch cookie scoop. Place on the lined cookie sheets leaving 2 inches of space between each cookie.
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Bake for 10-13 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden brown while centers remain soft.
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Remove the cookies from the baking sheet and place them on a cooling rack. Cool completely before serving.
# Handy Tips:
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Room temperature ingredients blend more easily, creating a smoother dough with fully integrated flavors.
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Avoid overmixing after adding flour to prevent tough cookies.
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Use a cookie scoop for uniform sizing to ensure even baking.
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Remove cookies when edges start to crisp but centers still appear slightly soft for perfect chewiness.