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Chunky Peanut Butter Cookies

Chunky Peanut Butter Cookies: Comforting Chewy Bliss Awaits

These Chunky Peanut Butter Cookies offer a delightful combination of crunchy and chewy textures, creating a delicious gluten-free treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Sifted
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter At room temperature
  • 1 cup Crunchy Peanut Butter Not natural
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 0.75 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1.5 cups Chopped Salted Peanuts
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar for Rolling
For Serving (Optional)
  • 1 cup Milk Or Coffee

Equipment

  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat together butter and peanut butter until creamy. Gradually add brown sugar and granulated sugar, and cream until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, and fold in the chopped salted peanuts.
  6. Using a cookie scoop, portion out the dough, roll in granulated sugar, and place on prepared sheets, pressing down with a fork.
  7. Bake for 10-11 minutes until edges are crispy and centers are slightly soft.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter is at room temperature for the best texture. Chilling dough can prevent excessive spreading. Use processed crunchy peanut butter for optimal results.

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