Description
Classic peanut butter cookies with a rich, nutty flavor and a soft, chewy texture. Perfectly sweet and satisfying, these cookies are a timeless favorite.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Use a fork to flatten each ball in a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Do not overbake.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a crunchier texture, use chunky peanut butter instead of creamy.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Freeze dough balls for future baking – no need to thaw, just add a minute or two to baking time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg