Five-Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Soft and chewy cookies made with just five simple ingredients, blending rich peanut butter with melty chocolate chips. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 22 minutes layers creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, large egg into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 18, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, mix 1 cup creamy peanut butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 large egg, and 1/2 tsp baking soda until a smooth dough forms.
- Step 3: Fold in 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Step 4: Scoop 1 1/2 tbsp portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Step 5: Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft. Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Five-Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Five-Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Five-Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Five-Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 18 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 18). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Five-Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
