Indulge your taste buds in a delightful fusion of flavors with these Peanut Butter Chocolate Marble Cookies! Imagine sinking your teeth into a soft, chewy cookie that perfectly balances the rich, nutty taste of creamy peanut butter with the sweet allure of semi-sweet chocolate. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 24 cookies that are not only easy to make but also irresistibly delicious. Whether you're looking for a quick treat for a gathering or a cozy night in, these cookies are sure to impress. Get ready to elevate your baking game and bring a smile to everyone's face with this mouthwatering recipe!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of creamy peanut butter and 1 cup of sugar. Use a hand mixer or a sturdy wooden spoon to mix until the ingredients are well combined and creamy.
- Add 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the peanut butter and sugar mixture. Mix until fully incorporated and smooth.
- In a separate small bowl, combine 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour with 1/2 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips. Toss them together to coat the chocolate chips with flour. This helps prevent the chocolate chips from sinking to the bottom of the cookies during baking.
- Gently fold the flour and chocolate chip mixture into the peanut butter batter until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; you want to maintain the marbled effect.
- Using a tablespoon or a cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked; they will continue to cook as they cool.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, enjoy your delicious peanut butter chocolate marble cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- Prep Your Ingredients: Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature before you start. This helps them blend together more smoothly, resulting in a better texture for your cookies.
- Don’t Overmix: When combining the flour and chocolate chips into the peanut butter batter, mix gently. Overmixing can lead to tough cookies, and we want that melt-in-your-mouth texture!
- Use Parchment Paper: Lining your baking sheet with parchment paper not only prevents sticking but also ensures even baking, making cleanup a breeze.
- Watch the Baking Time: Keep an eye on your cookies as they bake. They should be lightly golden around the edges but may look slightly underbaked in the center. They will firm up as they cool!
- Storage Tips: Store your cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them fresh for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze them in a single layer and transfer to a zip-top bag once solid.
- Experiment with Mix-Ins: Feel free to add your favorite nuts or swap the chocolate chips for white chocolate or butterscotch chips for a fun twist on the classic recipe!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 15mg
