Easy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

I’m thrilled to share our new favorite snack: Peanut butter chocolate chip cookies! These cookies have the perfect mix of sweet and salty with a soft, chewy texture that keeps you coming back for more. Loaded with creamy peanut butter and gooey chocolate chips, they’re simply irresistible. Trust me, you’ll want to bake these ASAP!

Why you’ll absolutely love these delicious cookies

• Craving a sweet treat? These cookies deliver rich peanut butter and chocolate in every bite.
• They’re popular with kids and grown-ups alike—perfect for family gatherings or school snacks.
• Enjoy them anytime, whether it’s a quick afternoon pick-me-up or a cozy after-dinner dessert.
• Looking to save money? Double the recipe and freeze extras to have homemade cookies ready whenever you want.
• Made with simple vegetarian ingredients—easy and tasty for everyone!

Here’s what you’ll need for these peanut butter chocolate chip cookies

• All-purpose flour
• Baking powder
• Baking soda
• Salt
• Softened butter
• Granulated sugar
• Light brown sugar
• Smooth peanut butter
• Eggs
• Vanilla extract
• Chocolate chips

Easy step-by-step guide to making peanut butter chocolate chip cookies

Making these cookies is simple and fun when you follow my easy step-by-step instructions.

The full recipe with exact measurements in both US customary and metric is in the printable card below. Feel free to print it out or save it for later convenience.

First, preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). This gets everything ready for baking.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, then set this dry mix aside for now.

Next, use your stand mixer or handheld mixer to beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and creamy peanut butter until the mixture looks light and fluffy.

Make sure your dry ingredients are mixed well before moving on.

With your wet mixture light and fluffy, gradually mix in the flour combination. Then add the vanilla extract and eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition. Finally, gently fold in the chocolate chips so they’re evenly spread without ruining the dough’s texture.

Scoop about 1½ tablespoons of cookie dough per cookie using a cookie scoop or spoon. Lay the dough balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Leave about 2 inches between each so they can spread nicely while baking.

Here’s your cookie dough all set and ready to go into the oven!

Bake your cookies for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges turn a beautiful golden brown.

Once they’re done, take the cookies out and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

If you want to make them extra special, sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips on top while the cookies are still warm for a melty, gooey touch.

Then go ahead and enjoy your homemade peanut butter chocolate chip cookies—made with love and ready to satisfy your cravings!

Helpful tips and notes for perfect cookies every time

• Choosing your peanut butter
  If you use natural peanut butter, give it a good stir first to mix back in the oils for a smooth texture in your dough.
• Peanut butter lovers, listen up!
  Add peanut butter chips along with the chocolate chips if you want to take the peanut butter flavor up a notch.
• Prep your baking sheet
  Line your baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats to keep cookies from sticking and make cleanup much easier.
• Oven rack placement
  Bake your cookies on the center rack for the most even heat and perfect baking results.

Crunchy vs. creamy peanut butter—which is better for baking?

Wondering if crunchy or creamy peanut butter works best in these cookies?

Crunchy peanut butter adds little peanut chunks that give your cookies a fun texture, while creamy peanut butter blends in smoothly with no bits.

Some people love that extra crunch, but others prefer the silky softness of creamy peanut butter throughout.

Honestly, both work great—it just depends on what you like best in your cookies.

I usually go for crunchy because I adore the little crunches popping up here and there, but honestly, you can’t go wrong with either choice.

What kind of chocolate chips should you use?

Chocolate chips come in so many delicious varieties, giving you lots of choices to customize your cookies.

The classic semisweet chocolate chips are a crowd-pleaser with their perfect balance of sweetness and rich chocolate flavor that compliments peanut butter beautifully.

But you might want to try milk chocolate chips for a creamier taste, white chocolate chips for extra sweetness, or bittersweet chips if you like a deeper, less sweet chocolate flair.

It all depends on your flavor preference and what you have in your pantry.

Whichever you pick, your cookies will turn out amazing every time!

Do you need to chill the dough before baking?

Chilling dough is totally up to you! For this recipe, you can skip chilling and bake straight away if you want a fast and easy process—I usually do because life’s busy and I don’t want to wait.

But if you have extra time, chilling your dough for anywhere from 30 minutes to 24 hours can deepen the flavors and make your cookies thicker and chewier.

Why chill cookie dough?

Let’s take a minute to chat about why some recipes ask you to chill dough before baking.

When cookie dough chills, it firms up and helps cookies keep their shape better in the oven. This is helpful if you want your cookies to look neat and even.

Chilling also slows how much cookies spread when baking, so you get thicker, softer cookies instead of thin and crispy ones.

It also allows flavors to blend better, making the cookies taste even more delicious.

So while you don’t need to chill dough for these peanut butter chocolate chip cookies, it’s a little trick worth trying out if you want to tweak texture and flavor.

How to store leftover peanut butter chocolate chip cookies

After baking your delicious batch, keep any leftovers in an airtight container. They’ll stay fresh for up to 3 days, perfect for snacking throughout the week.

If you want to save some cookies longer, pop them into the freezer. Stored properly, they keep well for up to 3 months. Just leave them out at room temperature when you’re ready to enjoy again.

I hope you have as much fun baking and eating these cookies as we do. Don’t be shy—drop me a comment below to share how your batch came out, or ask any questions you have. I’m always happy to help!

Simple and scrumptious Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe

If you want a super easy, delicious cookie recipe, these peanut butter chocolate chip cookies are exactly what you’re looking for! Great as a snack, dessert, or gift for friends, they’ll quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Total Time: 22 minutes

Course: Cookies, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: 24 cookies

Calories: 239 kcal

Equipment

• Stand mixer or handheld electric mixer
• Cookie scoop
• Silicone baking mat or parchment paper