Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies.

1. Step 1

   Start by placing the rolled oats in a blender or food processor. Pulse them until they resemble a fine flour. This will give your cookies a wonderful texture. Once done, transfer the oat flour to a large mixing bowl.

2. Step 2

   In the same bowl, add the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Give it a good stir to combine all the dry ingredients evenly.

3. Step 3

   In a separate bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, milk, peanut butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step is crucial for achieving that perfect cookie texture!

4. Step 4

   Next, add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. This ensures that each egg is fully incorporated before moving on. Finally, stir in the vanilla extract with the last egg.

5. Step 5

   Now, gradually fold in the oat mixture into the wet ingredients until everything is well blended. Be gentle to keep the mixture airy. Once combined, fold in the peanut butter chips, mixing just enough to distribute them evenly throughout the dough.

6. Step 6

   Cover the dough and refrigerate it for about 30 minutes. This helps the flavors meld together and makes the dough easier to handle.

7. Step 7

   While the dough is chilling, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

8. Step 8

   Once the dough is ready, drop spoonfuls of it onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. This allows room for the cookies to spread as they bake.

9. Step 9

   Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the centers are set. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool, so don’t worry if they seem a bit soft when you take them out!