Delicious and Chewy Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding Cookies

These chocolate peanut butter pudding cookies are the perfect combination of soft and chewy. Made with chocolate chips, peanut butter, and instant pudding mix, these cookies are a decadent treat for any occasion. They are easy to make and will satisfy any sweet tooth. Serve them warm with a glass of cold milk for the ultimate indulgence.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 (3.4-ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped peanuts (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Fold in the peanut butter, chocolate pudding mix, chocolate chips, and chopped peanuts (if using).
6. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Enjoy these delicious and chewy chocolate peanut butter pudding cookies!

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