Detailed Directions and Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). While the oven is heating up, prepare your baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
Step 2: Cream the Butters and Sugars
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Cream the ingredients together using a mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Step 3: Add Eggs and Vanilla
Next, beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. After the eggs, add the vanilla extract and mix well.
Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Step 5: Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients in the large mixing bowl, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 6: Fold in Chocolate Chips
Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Step 7: Prepare Stuffed Dough Balls
Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and flatten it slightly. Place a teaspoon of creamy peanut butter in the center, then top it with another tablespoon of dough, sealing the edges to encase the peanut butter.
Step 8: Place on Baking Sheet
Arrange the stuffed dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, making sure to space them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
Step 9: Bake the Cookies
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes. Look for edges that are golden brown while the centers remain slightly soft.
Step 10: Cool Down
Once baked, allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Cookie Yield
This recipe makes approximately 24 cookies.
Preparation Time
The total preparation time is about 20 minutes, followed by a cooking time of 12 minutes, resulting in a total time of 32 minutes.
Nutritional Information
Each cookie contains approximately 280 kcal.
