Peanut Butter Egg Cookies
Peanut Butter Egg Cookies are a delightful treat that blend creamy peanut butter with sweet chocolate chips, creating a warm, gooey experience that’s perfect for any occasion. With their nostalgic flavor and easy preparation, these cookies evoke fond childhood memories while being adaptable for various dietary needs. Whether you’re baking for a family gathering or enjoying them at home, these cookies will impress everyone with their irresistible taste and heavenly aroma.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 18 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until smooth.
- Gradually mix in the flour and baking soda until just combined.
- Fold in the vanilla extract and chocolate chips.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden but the centers remain soft.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For an egg substitute, use one tablespoon of flaxseed meal mixed with three tablespoons of water per egg. Experiment with almond or sunflower seed butter for different flavor profiles. To enhance flavor, sprinkle sea salt on top before baking.