Chewy Choc Chip Peanut Butter Cookies

Name: Chewy Choc Chip Peanut Butter Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: 18
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces; 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed; 1/4 cup white sugar; 1 large egg, fridge cold; 1 teaspoon honey; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup smooth or crunchy commercial peanut butter; 1 cup all purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 cup dark or semi sweet chocolate chips

These cookies have crispy edges and soft, chewy centers with plenty of peanut butter and chocolate chips.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· August 21, 2026

recipesbynani.com

Prep

15 minutes

Cook

12 minutes

Total

1 hour 30 minutes

Serves

There is something so comforting about a fresh cookie, especially when it combines the perfect balance of salty peanut butter and sweet chocolate. I spent quite a bit of time testing these to get that signature golden edge and a fudgy center that stays soft for days. You do not need a fancy mixer for these, as a simple bowl and spoon will do the trick perfectly.

The secret ingredient is a tiny spoonful of honey. It helps the cookies turn a beautiful golden brown without having to overbake them, which keeps the inside nice and soft. Just remember to use a commercial brand of peanut butter rather than the natural, oily kind to ensure the dough holds its shape.

🧺 Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup white sugar
1 large egg, fridge cold
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup smooth or crunchy commercial peanut butter
1 cup all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup dark or semi sweet chocolate chips

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Melt the butter in a microwave safe bowl until almost melted, then stir until completely smooth.
2
Add the brown sugar, white sugar, egg, honey, vanilla, and salt to the butter. Mix well with a wooden spoon.
3
Stir in the peanut butter until the mixture is smooth and combined.
4
Add the flour and sprinkle the baking soda over the top. Mix until the flour is just incorporated, then fold in the chocolate chips.
5
Cover the dough and place it in the fridge for 1 hour to firm up.
6
Preheat your oven to 180C or 350F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7
Scoop tablespoon sized balls of dough onto the prepared sheet, leaving a little room for spreading.
8
Bake for 12 minutes until the edges are golden. Let them cool on the tray for at least 10 minutes before moving them to a wire rack.

💡 Tips

Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. If you like them warm, pop a cookie in the microwave for just 5 to 10 seconds before eating. You can also freeze the raw cookie dough balls for a quick treat later on.

#dessert #cookies #baking #peanut butter #chocolate

Made this recipe? Let us know how it went.