Outrageous Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookies

Friends, if you’re a fan of the perfect combination of salty and sweet, then these Outrageous Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookies will rock your world! Not only are they the perfect treat for a casual evening at home, but they also make for a showstopper dessert at parties and family gatherings. Picture a decadent marching band of rich cocoa and creamy peanut butter doing the cha-cha slide in your mouth – yes, that’s what we’re talking about! With a serve of these cookies, you’ll have your mouth watering in no time and your heart singing with joy.

But don’t just take our word for it, create these babies yourself! Firstly, it’s an easy-peasy, outrageously decadent recipe to handle. Secondly, they’ve got the power to turn a blah day into a wow one with every bite. There’s a reason why we call them outrageous, and we’re sure you’d agree once you taste them!

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Servings: 24 cookies
• Yield: 2 dozen

Feeling up for it? Let’s get baking amigos!

Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup peanut butter
• 2 large eggs
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

You will also need a baking tray, parchment paper, and a wire rack for cooling.

The peanut butter here isn’t just for kicks. It creates a moist and fudgy texture in the cookies. If you’re nut-free, you may substitute the peanut butter with sunflower seed butter. Cool, right?

How To Make Outrageous Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookies

1. Preheat your oven to 375��F (190��C) and line your baking tray with parchment paper.
2. Cream together the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and peanut butter until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each one is properly incorporated before adding the next.
4. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Slowly add this dry mixture to the butter mix, combining well.
5. Stir in the chocolate chips and drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto your prepared tray.
6. Bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on wire racks and devour!

Tips For The Best Results

• Don’t skimp on the creaming time. That fluffiness equals a light and tender cookie.
• Use high-quality chocolate chips for a richer flavor.

Storage Tips

• Seal these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They’ll stay fresh for 3-4 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are these cookies soft or crunchy?

A: They are perfectly soft and chewy!

Q: Can I freeze these cookies?

A: Absolutely! You can freeze them for up to 3 months.

Q: Can I use a different type of sugar?

A: Yes, you can substitute granulated sugar with coconut sugar if you prefer.

Q: Can I use almond butter instead of peanut butter?

A: Yes, you can swap peanut butter with almond butter.

Q: Is unsalted butter necessary?

A: Unsalted butter is prefered to balance the salt amounts in the recipe.

Nutritional Facts of Outrageous Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookies

Each cookie contains 220 calories, 14g fat, 14g carbs, 3g fiber, 8g protein.

So, there you go, bakers! These Outrageous Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookies promise to bring a sweet and salty fiesta to your taste-buds. Serve it with a glass of cold milk or a side of vanilla bean ice cream, and let the cookie-madness take over! Happy Baking!