There is definitely something wonderful and therapeutic about making up a batch of homemade cookies. I think it's the very fact that it can be so simple and satisfying. In short time and with minimal effort, you (hopefully) end up with something tasty and comforting to share with your family. Plus, the aroma of freshly baked cookies from your oven is an added bonus.
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So for my latest cookie experiment, I decided to make peanut butter milk chocolate chunk cookies, a recipe from Baked. Generally, I prefer my peanut butter spread between two slices of soft bread. I didn't grow up eating a lot of peanut butter (Nutella was more my speed) and I haven't been a big fan of peanut butter desserts. But a batch of monster cookies changed my perspective a lot, and for some reason - probably with back-to-school, I've been thinking about peanut butter cookies.
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My son called these "Reese's Pieces Cookies" when he saw and smelled them, and I think that just about sums them up. There's not a lot of textural complexity going on here (no oats or nuts) but if you like peanut butter and enjoy a soft cookie, take your chocolate chip cookies for a spin and consider these. I do wonder how these cookies would fare using chunky peanut butter instead of creamy. I'm always looking for a little chunk and crunch in my food.
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Peanut butter and chocolate is a classic American combination for a good reason. And cookies are a very good thing. I know it's still technically summer so call me crazy but I'm already looking forward to the Christmas season and all those cookies I'll have an excuse to make, sample, and share.
