Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Delicious cookies combining the rich flavors of peanut butter, hearty oats, and sweet chocolate chips, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky) Use high-quality peanut butter for better flavor.
- 1 cup brown sugar Packed brown sugar adds moisture.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar Can be reduced for a less sweet cookie.
- 1 large egg Large egg for binding.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla extract for best results.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda For leavening.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
- 2 cups rolled oats Can toast for extra flavor.
- 1 cup chocolate chips Use dark, milk, or white chocolate chips as preferred.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract; blend until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix together the baking soda and salt, then gradually add to the peanut butter mixture while stirring.
- Fold in the rolled oats until evenly distributed.
- Gently stir in the chocolate chips until well incorporated.
- Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to drop dough balls onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze for up to three months. To serve, try them warm with milk or as cookie sandwiches with ice cream.