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Peanut butter freezer cookies that are oh so yummy
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Peanut Butter Cookies (Freezer Dough)

Big, fluffy, chewy, and oh so amazing peanut butter cookies studded with chocolate and peanut butter, and kept in the freezer until ready to bake.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: dream dinners process, freezer cookies, Peanut Butter
Servings: 24
Calories: 359kcal
Author: Rachael

Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter softened
  • 1 cup peanut butter creamy (not all-natural)
  • ¼ cup white granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup + 1 Tbs dark brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour spooned into measuring cups
  • 3/4 cup chocolate peanut butter candies reese's pieces (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a stand mixer, combine butter, peanut butter, white granulated sugar, and dark brown sugar and mix until smooth and creamy.
  • Add in the large egg and vanilla, mixing at a medium speed.
  • In a separate large mixing bowl whisk together baking soda, salt, and flour. Note: Be sure to spoon the flour into the measuring cup, not scoop it in, as this can change the volume of flour and consistency of the cookies.)
  • Slowing incorporate dry ingredients into stand mixer, continuing to mix until fully combined.
  • Fold in the chocolate peanut butter candies
  • Shape into 1 and ½ inch balls and arrange on a lined baking sheet.
  • Slightly flatten each ball of dough with a fork.
  • At this point, freeze for 1-2 hours, then transfer into a zip top bag to use for later, or Bake 8-9 minutes in preheated oven.

From Frozen:

  • Bake 9-11 minutes, until edges are golden brown and centers are soft but not jiggly.

Nutrition

Calories: 359kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 297mg | Potassium: 85mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 230IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1.5mg