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Peanut Butter Pretzel Cookies

These Peanut Butter Pretzel Cookies combine sweet and salty in a chewy cookie filled with creamy peanut butter and crunchy pretzel pieces, making them a family favorite for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup peanut butter Make sure it's well-mixed if using natural peanut butter.
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 unit egg Can be substituted with flaxseed meal mixed with water.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure it's gluten-free if making gluten-free cookies.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup pretzel pieces Feel free to add more for extra crunch.
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional) Can be omitted for a simpler cookie.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, brown sugar, and egg. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Sprinkle in the baking soda and vanilla extract into the mix, stirring until fully incorporated.
  4. Gently fold in the pretzel pieces and chocolate chips (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
  5. Use a spoon or cookie scoop to drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
  1. Place them in the preheated oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and slightly golden.
  2. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to three months. To enjoy, let thaw or microwave for 10-15 seconds.