Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Pretzel Cookies are the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and crunchy. These cookies take the classic peanut butter and chocolate pairing to the next level by adding crushed pretzels, which bring an irresistible salty crunch to each bite. The rich, creamy peanut butter balances beautifully with the sweetness of the chocolate chips, while the pretzels provide texture and a touch of saltiness that makes these cookies addictively good. Ideal for satisfying your sweet-and-salty cravings, these cookies are perfect for an afternoon treat, dessert, or sharing with friends and family.
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Pretzel Cookies Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
- 1 cup pretzels, crushed
- Flaky sea salt (optional for garnish)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and pretzels: Gently fold in the chocolate chips and crushed pretzels, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Shape the cookies: Scoop about 1 1/2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Lightly press down on each ball to flatten slightly.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set. If desired, sprinkle a little flaky sea salt on top of each cookie as they cool for an extra touch of flavor.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
These Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Pretzel Cookies are the perfect balance of textures and flavors—crispy, chewy, sweet, and salty. Enjoy them fresh or store them in an airtight container for later!
