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White Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

Indulge in soft, chewy cookies bursting with creamy peanut butter and rich white chocolate flavors!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cold butter cut into cubes
  • 1.5 cups packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1.25 cups smooth peanut butter
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2.33 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup cornstarch
  • 0.75 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 cup frozen white chocolate peanut butter candies chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: Cream together the cold butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Step 3: Add eggs one at a time, then mix in peanut butter and vanilla extract.
  4. Step 4: In another bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
  5. Step 5: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Step 6: Fold in white chocolate chips and chopped candies using a spatula.
  7. Step 7: Scoop dough onto baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  8. Step 8: Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
  9. Step 9: Let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.
  • Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
  • Freeze cookies for up to three months for a quick treat later.