Chocolate Chip Pretzel Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe is easy!
Soft and chewy with crisp edges, these cookies bring together melty dark chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and crunchy salted pretzels in every bite. They’re the ultimate salty-sweet indulgence—and they bake up in under 15 minutes!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 7–8 large cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
210 grams all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
Coarse salt, for topping
Wet Ingredients:
50 grams unsalted butter, at room temperature (or 40 grams coconut oil or vegan butter for dairy-free)
75 grams smooth peanut butter (preferably natural)
150 grams dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg
Mix-Ins & Toppings:
200 grams chopped dark chocolate or chocolate chips
Salted pretzels, for topping (gluten-free if needed)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
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In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat together the butter, peanut butter, dark brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until creamy.
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Add the egg and beat again until fully incorporated.
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Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add the flour, baking powder, and baking soda, then mix until a soft dough forms. Fold in most of the chocolate, reserving some for topping.
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Roll the dough into large balls and slightly flatten. Place on the prepared baking tray. Top each with a few pretzel pieces and the reserved chocolate. Sprinkle with coarse salt.
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Bake for 8–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are soft but set.
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Let cool for a few minutes on the tray before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm for the best gooey texture.
Notes
Keep cookies large for ideal texture—crispy edges and soft centers.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat briefly for that fresh-from-the-oven taste.
Freeze baked cookies for up to 1 month.
Optional add-ins: chopped peanuts or roasted nuts for extra crunch.