Photo: Jen Causey"The PB&B flavor combo is one of my all-time favorites," says chef-owner of Milk Bar bakeriesChristina Tosi. “The salty-sweetness of this dense, fudgy cookie keeps me coming back bite after bite!““Everyone loves and has an emotional signpost around peanut butter cookies. It brings a flavor, heartiness and a uniquely sandy texture. This recipe reminds you that every great cookie recipe is just a starting place for creativity and flavor,” says the author ofDessert Can Save the World.“The PB&B flavor combo is one of my all-time favorites,” says chef-owner of Milk Bar bakeriesChristina Tosi. “The salty-sweetness of this dense, fudgy cookie keeps me coming back bite after bite!““Everyone loves and has an emotional signpost around peanut butter cookies. It brings a flavor, heartiness and a uniquely sandy texture. This recipe reminds you that every great cookie recipe is just a starting place for creativity and flavor,” says the author ofDessert Can Save the World.IngredientsIngredient Checklist1 cup peanut butter¾ cup granulated sugar½ cup packed light brown sugar½ cup (4 oz.) unsalted butter, at room temperature1 large egg1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract⅓ cup (about 1 1/2 oz.) all-purpose flour1 teaspoon kosher salt½ teaspoon baking powder¼ teaspoon baking soda½ cup roasted peanuts, chopped, plus more for topping⅓ cup dried banana chips, chopped⅓ cup chocolate chips, plus more for toppingDirectionsInstructions ChecklistStep 1:Preheat oven to 375°. Grease 2 large baking sheets with cooking spray or line with parchment paper.Step 2:Beat together peanut butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar and butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until smooth, about 3 minutes. Add egg and vanilla; beat on medium until combined, about 1 minute. Add flour, salt, baking powder and baking soda; beat on low until just combined. Add peanuts, banana chips and chocolate chips; beat on low just until incorporated, 30 seconds.Step 3:Scoop ⅓-cup mounds of dough onto baking sheets 3 inches apart. Pat down tops slightly to create 2-inch disks; top with extra peanuts and chocolate chips.Step 4:Bake until edges are golden but centers are still soft, 10 to 11 minutes. Cool on baking sheets for 10 minutes; remove to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.TipsIf you don’t have banana chips on hand, use half of a fresh, ripe banana and roughly chop it into 1∕4-inch pieces. “Add it in with the peanuts and chocolate chips,” says Tosi
Photo: Jen Causey
“The PB&B flavor combo is one of my all-time favorites,” says chef-owner of Milk Bar bakeriesChristina Tosi. “The salty-sweetness of this dense, fudgy cookie keeps me coming back bite after bite!““Everyone loves and has an emotional signpost around peanut butter cookies. It brings a flavor, heartiness and a uniquely sandy texture. This recipe reminds you that every great cookie recipe is just a starting place for creativity and flavor,” says the author ofDessert Can Save the World.“The PB&B flavor combo is one of my all-time favorites,” says chef-owner of Milk Bar bakeriesChristina Tosi. “The salty-sweetness of this dense, fudgy cookie keeps me coming back bite after bite!““Everyone loves and has an emotional signpost around peanut butter cookies. It brings a flavor, heartiness and a uniquely sandy texture. This recipe reminds you that every great cookie recipe is just a starting place for creativity and flavor,” says the author ofDessert Can Save the World.IngredientsIngredient Checklist1 cup peanut butter¾ cup granulated sugar½ cup packed light brown sugar½ cup (4 oz.) unsalted butter, at room temperature1 large egg1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract⅓ cup (about 1 1/2 oz.) all-purpose flour1 teaspoon kosher salt½ teaspoon baking powder¼ teaspoon baking soda½ cup roasted peanuts, chopped, plus more for topping⅓ cup dried banana chips, chopped⅓ cup chocolate chips, plus more for toppingDirectionsInstructions ChecklistStep 1:Preheat oven to 375°. Grease 2 large baking sheets with cooking spray or line with parchment paper.Step 2:Beat together peanut butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar and butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until smooth, about 3 minutes. Add egg and vanilla; beat on medium until combined, about 1 minute. Add flour, salt, baking powder and baking soda; beat on low until just combined. Add peanuts, banana chips and chocolate chips; beat on low just until incorporated, 30 seconds.Step 3:Scoop ⅓-cup mounds of dough onto baking sheets 3 inches apart. Pat down tops slightly to create 2-inch disks; top with extra peanuts and chocolate chips.Step 4:Bake until edges are golden but centers are still soft, 10 to 11 minutes. Cool on baking sheets for 10 minutes; remove to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.TipsIf you don’t have banana chips on hand, use half of a fresh, ripe banana and roughly chop it into 1∕4-inch pieces. “Add it in with the peanuts and chocolate chips,” says Tosi
“The PB&B flavor combo is one of my all-time favorites,” says chef-owner of Milk Bar bakeriesChristina Tosi. “The salty-sweetness of this dense, fudgy cookie keeps me coming back bite after bite!”
“Everyone loves and has an emotional signpost around peanut butter cookies. It brings a flavor, heartiness and a uniquely sandy texture. This recipe reminds you that every great cookie recipe is just a starting place for creativity and flavor,” says the author ofDessert Can Save the World.
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If you don’t have banana chips on hand, use half of a fresh, ripe banana and roughly chop it into 1∕4-inch pieces. “Add it in with the peanuts and chocolate chips,” says Tosi
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