Get ready to experience the ultimate peanut butter lover's dream with these mind-blowing Peanut Butter Overload Cookies! Imagine a cookie so decadent, so intensely nutty, that it'll make your taste buds do a happy dance. These aren't just ordinary cookies - they're a chocolate-studded, peanut-packed sensation that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe. Whether you're a serious peanut butter fanatic or just looking to impress your friends and family, these cookies are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and sugar. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well incorporated and create a smooth, consistent texture.
- Crack the egg into the peanut butter and sugar mixture. Whisk or mix until the egg is completely blended, creating a uniform batter.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped peanuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Gently press down on each cookie dough ball with a fork, creating a classic crisscross pattern and slightly flattening the cookies.
- Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, serve and enjoy your Peanut Butter Overload Cookies, storing any extras in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Use creamy peanut butter for a smoother texture, but natural peanut butter works great too - just make sure to mix the oil well before measuring.
- For perfectly uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to ensure consistent sizing and even baking.
- Don't overbake! The cookies might look slightly underdone when you remove them from the oven, but they'll continue to set as they cool.
- For extra indulgence, try using different types of chocolate chips - dark, milk, or even peanut butter chips can add exciting variations.
- If you want a more intense peanut flavor, toast the chopped peanuts in a dry skillet for a few minutes before adding them to the dough.
- Let the cookies cool completely before storing to prevent them from becoming soggy.
- These cookies freeze beautifully - store in an airtight container for up to 3 months for a quick treat anytime!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 10mg
