Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookies: An Easy, Crowd-Pleasing Favorite
Make soft, sweet & salty chocolate peanut butter chip cookies with pudding mix! This easy recipe solves dessert cravings fast—perfect for holidays or everyday!
There’s just something magical about chocolate and peanut butter together. Add them into a warm, soft cookie? Instant happiness. These Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookies are a delicious, easy treat you’ll want to make on repeat. 🎉
Whether you’re baking with your kids, getting ready for a cookie exchange, or just need a sweet treat after a long day — this recipe is here for it.
Let’s talk all about how to make them, where to serve them, and fun ways to make them your own.
What Are Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookies?
These cookies are soft, thick, and full of rich chocolate flavor. Instead of regular chocolate chips, we’re using peanut butter chips to switch things up. The result is kind of like a peanut butter cup… but in cookie form!
The secret ingredient is a package of chocolate fudge pudding mix. It keeps the cookies soft and adds an extra chocolatey flavor that takes these from good to amazing.
Best part? No fancy equipment or weird steps. Just mix, scoop, and bake. 👏
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Ingredients for Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookies
Here’s everything you need to whip up a batch of these easy cookies:
- 3 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 package (6-serving size) chocolate fudge or chocolate pudding mix
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 3 cups peanut butter chips
You can find peanut butter chips in the baking aisle right next to the chocolate chips. 😊
How to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookies
This recipe comes together fast. Here’s a simple breakdown:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- In a small bowl, stir together the flour and baking soda. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, white sugar, pudding mix, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each.
- Slowly mix in the flour mixture. Stir until the dough is fully combined. It will be thick — that’s totally normal.
- Gently fold in the peanut butter chips.
- Drop by rounded teaspoons onto an ungreased baking sheet. You can use a cookie scoop if you have one!
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are just set. Don’t overbake — they’ll continue to cook slightly on the pan.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2–3 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
- Boom. Soft, rich cookies ready to devour. 🍫🥜
Where to Serve Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookies
These cookies are perfect for so many occasions:
- Holiday cookie trays – They’re always a hit at Christmas 🎄
- School bake sales – Easy to make in big batches
- Playdates or sleepovers – Kids love them!
- Santa’s cookie plate – He deserves the good stuff 😉
- After-school treats – Serve with a glass of milk for the win
Basically, anytime you need a crowd-pleasing dessert, these are your go-to.
Fun Variations to Try
Want to change it up a little? Try one of these fun twists:
- Add mini chocolate chips for double the chocolate
- Mix in chopped peanuts or pretzels for a salty crunch
- Use white chocolate chips instead of peanut butter chips
- Drizzle with melted peanut butter after baking
- Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top right before baking
This dough is pretty forgiving, so don’t be afraid to experiment!
Can I Make These Ahead or Store Them?
Yes! These cookies are super easy to store or make ahead.
To store: Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They’ll stay soft and fresh for up to 5 days.
To freeze: You can freeze the dough or the baked cookies. For the dough, scoop it into balls, freeze on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake straight from the freezer — just add an extra minute or two.
To make ahead: Mix the dough a day or two in advance and keep it chilled in the fridge. Then just scoop and bake when you’re ready.
Common Questions About Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookies
Do I have to use pudding mix?
Yes, the pudding helps keep the cookies soft and adds chocolate flavor. It’s the secret weapon!
Can I use natural peanut butter chips?
Yes, but check the ingredients. Some natural brands melt differently.
Can I use crunchy peanut butter chips or candy pieces instead?
Sure! Just be sure they’re about the same size so the dough holds together well.
Can I make this recipe gluten-free?
Try using a gluten-free flour blend. I haven’t tested it personally, but it should work!
Do these cookies spread a lot when baking?
Not really. They hold their shape nicely and stay thick and chewy.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookie Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 1/3 cups flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/2 cup softened butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup sugar 1 pkg 6 serving size chocolate fudge pudding
- 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 3 eggs
- 3 cups peanut butter chips
Instructions
- Mix flour with baking soda.
- Combine butter, sugars, pudding and vanilla. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Beat in eggs.
- Gradually add flour and stir in chips.
- Batter will be stiff.
- Drop by rounded teaspoon onto ungreased cookie sheet.
- Bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.
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Conclusion
If you love chocolate, peanut butter, and cookies (who doesn’t?), these Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookies need to be on your must-bake list.
They’re quick. They’re delicious. And they’re a total win for holidays, parties, or just a random Tuesday night.
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