Chocolate and Peanut Butter Cookies
Indulge in the delightful world of Chocolate and Peanut Butter Cookies, where rich chocolate meets creamy peanut butter in a perfect blend of flavors. These cookies are incredibly easy to make, making them ideal for bakers of all skill levels. With a chewy texture and a decadent taste, they are perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a party, enjoying a cozy night in, or treating your family to something special. The combination of Reese’s Pieces and Peanut Butter Chips adds an irresistible crunch that makes these cookies stand out. Get ready to whip up a batch that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ½ cup peanut butter
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- 1½ ounces whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup black cocoa powder
- (3.4oz) box instant chocolate fudge pudding mix (unprepared)
- 2 tablespoons powdered milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup salted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 additional large egg yolk
- 2 ounces whole milk
- 1½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- ¾ cup Reese's Pieces
- ¾ cup Reese's Peanut Butter Chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, powdered sugar, whole milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powders, pudding mix, powdered milk, salt, and baking soda.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients while blending until fully incorporated.
- Beat in granulated sugar and softened butter until fluffy. Add the large egg and egg yolk one at a time, and mix well.
- Fold in Reese's Pieces and Peanut Butter Chips.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts onto a lined baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg