Double Peanut Butter Fudge Cookies
These Double Peanut Butter Fudge Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with rich peanut buttery and chocolatey goodness. Perfectly indulgent and easy to make!
Servings: 24 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
- Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Use an electric mixer or a sturdy spoon to beat them together until smooth and creamy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, then mix again until everything is fully incorporated and silky.
Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. This ensures even distribution of the leavening agent and salt, which is key to your cookie’s texture and flavor.
Step 4: Bring the Dough Together
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet peanut butter mixture. Stir gently until just combined—be careful not to overmix, as this can make your cookies tough. Fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
Step 5: Portion the Cookies
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto your prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Step 6: Bake to Perfection
- Bake the cookies in your preheated oven for 8-10 minutes. You’ll want to remove them once the edges are set but the centers still look a little soft. This ensures a fudgy, chewy interior once cooled.
Step 7: Cool and Enjoy
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to finish cooling completely. This resting time lets the cookies firm up just perfectly for that melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Electric mixer or sturdy spoon
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
- Cooling Rack
- Spoon or cookie scoop
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a dollop of your favorite fruit jam in the center before baking for a peanut butter & jelly twist.
- Mix in chopped nuts for added crunch and texture.
- Chill dough before baking to prevent excessive spreading and achieve thicker cookies.
- You can prepare dough up to 3 days in advance or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.