Sometimes taking something simple and nailing the execution is one of the greatest challenges you can face in cooking. Take the peanut butter cookie. A staple, a tradition, and usually... dull. So how do you take this well-known cookie and turn the volume up? How about you take away something that holds back the flavor you want to taste most? In just a small bit of time and with a few ingredients, you can have some excellent PB cookies that will leave your diners wanting more. Here's what you'll need:

- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 large egg (at room temp)
- 1 tsp vanilla
- Pinch of salt
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips

Note: This recipe will make 18 cookies.

To begin, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. In a large bowl, mix together the peanut butter, egg, sugar, and vanilla. Once combined, add in the chocolate chips. On a parchment paper lined baking sheet, use a small ice cream scoop to portion out the dough into 18 cookies. Use the tines of a fork to press the dough down (it will not spread when baked) and create a crosshatch pattern atop each cookie. Finally, sprinkle a small bit of salt onto each cookie, then bake for 10 minutes. You will want to take them out when you see the edges turning brown.

By leaving out the flour, the taste of peanut butter will be enhanced. Additionally, baking it in the oven will add to the flavor, giving your cookies a roasted peanut taste. And by incorporating chocolate chips, you will have the best of both worlds in your cookies.

Sometimes the simplest things in life are the best. The key lies in executing your dish perfectly. By taking away a roadblock to flavor, you will have an excellent, simple, and fast treat for your diners. Since they're so easy to make, the kitchen will be staying open late tonight. Care to place an order?

Want to know what this challenge is all about? Check out my journal and feel free to send in recipes for cookies! http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/3096204/