Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

These Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and chewy, with a rich peanut butter flavor and plenty of chocolate chips. They’re easy to make and absolutely delicious!

Why Make This Recipe

These cookies are a delightful treat for any occasion. They combine the classic flavors of peanut butter and chocolate with the added texture of oats, making them both satisfying and indulgent.

Ingredients

• ½ cup butter, softened
• ½ cup peanut butter
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup white sugar
• 1 large egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup old-fashioned oats
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup mini chocolate chips
• ½ cup regular chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cream the Butter and Sugars:
   • In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy.
   • Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   • In a medium bowl, combine the flour, oats, baking soda, and salt.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, beating until well combined.
4. Add Chocolate Chips:
   • Stir in the mini and regular chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
5. Scoop and Bake:
   • Use a medium cookie scoop to drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
   • Bake for exactly 8 minutes. The cookies may look slightly underdone, but they will continue to set as they cool.
6. Cool the Cookies:
   • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set up before transferring them to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.

How to Serve Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Serve these cookies with a glass of cold milk or a hot cup of coffee. They make a perfect snack, dessert, or treat for any time of the day.

How to Store and Reheat

• Storing: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
• Freezing: You can freeze the dough balls or baked cookies for up to 3 months. Thaw the dough balls and bake as directed, or thaw the baked cookies before enjoying.

Tips to Make Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

• Consistency: Make sure the butter is softened to achieve the best consistency for creaming with the sugars.
• Mix-Ins: Feel free to add in your favorite mix-ins like nuts, raisins, or different types of chocolate chips.

Variations

• Nut-Free: Use sunflower seed butter in place of peanut butter for a nut-free version.
• Gluten-Free: Substitute with a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend and certified gluten-free oats.

FAQs

1. Can I use quick oats instead of old-fashioned oats?
Yes, but the texture will be slightly different. Old-fashioned oats provide a chewier texture.

2. Can I use chunky peanut butter?
Yes, chunky peanut butter will add a bit of extra texture and crunch to the cookies.

3. How can I make the cookies softer?
To make softer cookies, slightly underbake them and let them cool on the baking sheet.