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These salted double chocolate peanut butter treats mix creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate with just a touch of salt to make every bite pop. They're great when you want something sweet and cozy, perfect for sharing or enjoying solo with that chewy, soft middle and gooey center.
I whipped these up to surprise a buddy who’s a huge fan of peanut butter and chocolate. They disappeared super quickly. Now I make them all the time whenever I want a comforting but special sweet treat.
What You’ll Need
- Unsalted butter: soften it for smooth mixing and rich taste
- Granulated sugar: keeps cookies sweet and helps edges get nice and crisp
- Sea salt for topping: adds a fancy little kick on top
- Light brown sugar: adds moisture and a touch of caramel flavor
- All-purpose flour: sifted for a light, sturdy base
- One large egg: binds everything together and adds moisture
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips: choose good quality for melty, tasty pockets
- Salt: balances flavors and deepens the taste
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: for that deep chocolate punch, pick a good brand
- Creamy peanut butter: smooth texture and nutty flavor, skip added oils
- Baking soda: helps cookies rise and spread just right
Step-by-Step Cooking
My fave part is the sprinkle of sea salt on top. It always surprises guests and makes these cookies way better than expected. I first made these for a holiday get-together and the salt-sweet combo won lots of compliments.
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Baking these salted double chocolate peanut butter treats feels like creating tiny bites of joy. The chewy texture, rich chocolate, and saltiness make them awesome to share or enjoy during quiet moments.
Frequently Asked Cooking Questions
- → Which chocolate chips taste best here?
Semi-sweet chips keep it nicely balanced, but you can go for dark chocolate chips if you want a richer, more powerful chocolate punch.
- → Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Definitely! You can keep the dough in the fridge for up to two days before baking. It even helps the flavors get better.
- → What does the sea salt do for the flavor?
Sprinkling sea salt on the cookies adds a nice sharp contrast that brings out the chocolate and peanut butter flavors more.
- → How do these cookies feel when I bite into them?
The centers stay soft while the edges get a little crisp, giving a really satisfying texture.
- → Can I switch peanut butter for other nut butters?
Yes, almond or cashew butter work fine but expect the flavor to change a bit.