Kicked Up Spicy Walnut Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookies

Turn up the heat on classic cookies with these Kicked Up Spicy Walnut Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookies, a bold twist on a beloved treat. Infused with creamy peanut butter, crunchy walnuts, and melty semi-sweet chocolate chips, these cookies offer a delightfully chewy texture with an irresistible flavor. What sets them apart is the surprise kick of cayenne pepper and the warmth of ground cinnamon in the dough, creating a subtle spicy-sweet combo that's guaranteed to thrill your taste buds. Perfect for adventurous dessert lovers, these cookies are easy to make in under 30 minutes and deliver a fun fusion of sweet, nutty, and spicy flavors. Serve them with a glass of milk or enjoy on their own for a unique treat that's equal parts comfort food and culinary adventure.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cups creamy peanut butter
• 0.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups light brown sugar, packed
• 1 whole large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cups walnuts, chopped
• 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, cayenne pepper, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, using a hand mixer or stand mixer with a paddle attachment, beat the softened unsalted butter, creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the wet mixture and beat until well incorporated.

Step 5

Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, about 1/3 at a time, until a soft dough forms.

Step 6

Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped walnuts with a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 7

Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each cookie about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Lightly flatten each dough ball with the back of a fork, creating a crisscross pattern.

Step 9

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers will look slightly underdone but will firm up as the cookies cool.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Serve the cookies warm or at room temperature with a glass of milk—or enjoy them as a fiery snack on their own!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(964.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4602.3

Total Fat 276.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 111.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 444.3mg	0%
Sodium 2077.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 497.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.8g	0%
Total Sugars 307.8g
Protein 91.8g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 319.5mg	0%
Iron 19.5mg	0%
Potassium 1803.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.4%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 41.0%