Description
These thick, rich, and chewy chocolate peanut butter chip cookies are inspired by the famous Levain Bakery in NYC! Made with dark cocoa, premium Reese’s peanut butter chips, and a soft, gooey center, they’re a must-try for any cookie lover!
Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour
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2/3 cup (76.6g) cake flour
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3/4 cup (88.5g) dark cocoa powder
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1 teaspoon (4g) baking powder
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1 teaspoon (6g) kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon (2g) baking soda
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14 tablespoons (197.75g) unsalted butter, cold & cubed
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1 cup (220g) light brown sugar, packed
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1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
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1 whole egg, cold
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1 egg yolk, cold
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10 oz. + 1/3 cup Reese’s peanut butter baking chips
Instructions
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Preheat Oven & Prepare Baking Sheet:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Mix Dry Ingredients:
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In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cake flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Set aside.
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Cream Butter & Sugars:
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In a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, beat cold butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
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Add Eggs:
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Mix in the whole egg and egg yolk until combined.
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Scrape down the sides and mix again for 30 more seconds.
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Incorporate Dry Ingredients:
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Reduce mixer speed to low and add the dry ingredients in three additions, mixing just until combined.
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Stir in Peanut Butter Chips:
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Gently fold in the Reese’s peanut butter chips.
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Shape & Bake:
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Measure 5.75 oz. of cookie dough per ball.
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Place 4 cookies per baking sheet and bake for 11 minutes.
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Cool & Serve:
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Let cookies cool for 10 minutes, then enjoy warm!
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For later: Microwave for 15-20 seconds to restore gooey texture.
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Notes
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Use only Reese’s Peanut Butter Chips for the best flavor.
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Storage Tip: Keep in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for later!
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Extra Richness: Add a sprinkle of flaky salt before baking for a sweet-salty finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 75mg