Description
These Peanut Butter Cookies are a sweet, comforting classic treat with a chewy center and crispy edges. Made from simple pantry ingredients, they offer rich, nutty peanut butter flavor in every bite. Quick and easy to prepare, these cookies are perfect for any occasion, snack time, or sharing with kids who love to help bake.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with a wooden spoon or mixer until creamy and smooth. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is well blended and fluffy.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate small bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt for even distribution. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients.
- Form the Dough: Mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined, being careful not to overmix. The dough will be soft but manageable.
- Shape and Bake: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, form dough balls and place them evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Gently press each ball down with a fork to create the classic crisscross pattern. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are golden but the centers remain soft.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps prevent breakage and sets the texture.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure even mixing and prevent clumps.
- Remove cookies from the oven when edges are golden but centers are still soft to retain chewiness.
- If possible, chill the dough for 15-30 minutes to reduce spreading and intensify flavors.
- Press fork gently to keep cookies light and airy when making the crisscross pattern.
- Try substituting brown sugar with coconut sugar for a subtle caramel twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg