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Chewy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Lunchbox Cookies

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These chewy peanut butter chocolate chip cookies are perfect for kids’ lunchboxes, staying soft and intact without crumbling. Made with simple pantry staples, they offer a delicious balance of peanut butter richness and melty chocolate.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240g) creamy peanut butter (natural brand like Skippy Natural recommended)
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (110g) packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free option)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until smooth and fluffy. If mixing by hand, beat vigorously until creamy.
  3. Beat in the whole egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until the batter is lighter in color and smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture, mixing on low speed or folding with a spatula just until incorporated. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Press each mound down slightly with the back of a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers are still soft. Avoid overbaking.
  9. Let cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  10. Enjoy immediately or pack in lunchboxes.

Notes

If using natural peanut butter, stir well before measuring to avoid oily dough. Chill dough for 10-15 minutes if too soft or sticky to handle. Avoid overbaking to maintain chewiness. Press cookies with a fork for classic pattern and even baking. Rotate baking sheets halfway through if baking multiple trays.

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