Browned Butter Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Browned Butter Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies take a classic cookie to the next level with rich, nutty browned butter, creamy peanut butter, and plenty of melty chocolate chips in every bite. The browned butter adds a deep caramel-like flavor that pairs perfectly with the peanut butter, creating a bakery-style cookie that’s crisp around the edges, soft and chewy in the center, and impossible to eat just one. Whether you’re baking for the holidays, a cookie exchange, or simply craving a homemade treat, these cookies are always a crowd favorite.

• Browned butter makes all the difference. Taking a few extra minutes to brown the butter adds a rich, nutty flavor that gives these cookies a bakery-style taste you just can’t get from regular melted butter.
• Soft, chewy, and loaded with flavor. Creamy peanut butter keeps the cookies soft and tender, while the browned butter adds incredible depth to every bite.
• Chocolate in every bite. Melty chocolate chips pair perfectly with the warm caramel notes from the browned butter and the creamy peanut butter for the ultimate cookie combination.
• Perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re baking for the holidays, a cookie exchange, after-school treats, or simply satisfying a cookie craving, these homemade cookies are always a hit.
• Easy to make with simple ingredients. No fancy ingredients or complicated steps, just pantry staples that come together to make one unforgettable batch of cookies.

• All-Purpose Flour – All-purpose flour gives these browned butter peanut butter chocolate chip cookies the perfect structure while keeping them soft and chewy.
• Baking Soda – Baking soda helps the cookies rise while creating golden edges and a tender center.
• Kosher Salt – A touch of salt balances the sweetness and enhances the rich flavors of the browned butter, peanut butter, and chocolate.
• Light Brown Sugar – Brown sugar adds moisture and a subtle caramel flavor that pairs beautifully with the browned butter.
• Granulated Sugar – Granulated sugar helps create lightly crisp edges while balancing the soft, chewy texture.
• Unsalted Butter – Browning the butter develops a deep, nutty flavor that gives these cookies their signature bakery-style taste.
• Vanilla Extract – Vanilla rounds out all of the flavors and complements both the peanut butter and chocolate.
• Creamy Peanut Butter – Creamy peanut butter adds richness, keeps the cookies soft, and gives every bite that classic peanut butter flavor.
• Large Eggs – Eggs bind the dough together while creating a tender, chewy cookie.
• Chocolate Chips – A combination of milk and dark chocolate chips creates the perfect balance of sweetness and rich chocolate flavor throughout every cookie.

1. Browning the Butter: Start by browning the butter in a stockpot until it’s a light golden brown. Remember to keep a close eye on it to prevent burning.

2. Mixing the Ingredients: In a bowl, mix together the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and browned butter. Then, add the eggs one at a time, followed by peanut butter and vanilla. Gently mix in the dry ingredients and finally, stir in the chocolate chips.

3. Preparing for Baking: Let the cookie dough set for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat your oven and line the cookie sheets with parchment paper.

4. Baking the Cookies: Scoop the dough onto the cookie sheets, leaving space between each cookie. Bake them until the edges are golden brown, but the center is slightly soft.

5. Cooling Down: Allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.

6. Enjoy: Your delicious Browned Butter Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are ready to be enjoyed!

These Browned Butter Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies stay soft for days, making them perfect for baking ahead.

• Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Adding a slice of bread to the container helps keep the cookies soft.
• For longer storage, freeze the baked cookies in a freezer-safe container or zip-top bag for up to 3 months. Let them thaw at room temperature, or warm them in the microwave for about 10 seconds for that fresh-from-the-oven taste.
• The cookie dough also freezes beautifully. Scoop the dough into balls, place them on a baking sheet until frozen solid, then transfer them to a freezer-safe bag. Bake directly from frozen, adding 1 to 2 extra minutes to the baking time.
• You can also prepare the dough up to 48 hours in advance and keep it covered in the refrigerator. Chilling the dough allows the flavors to deepen and creates an even thicker, chewier cookie.