These peanut butter cookies are a perfect blend of softness and chewiness, offering a delightful burst of peanut flavor in every bite. The simple crisscross pattern on top adds a nostalgic touch, making them an irresistible treat for all ages.
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Peanut Butter Cookies Ingredients:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
instructions:
- Warm up your oven to 350°F (175°C) and cover a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Beat until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt by whisking.
- Slowly incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until thoroughly blended.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and arrange them on the baking sheet, leaving 2 inches of space between each.
- Gently press each dough ball with a fork to make a crisscross design.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden.
- Once baked, allow the cookies to rest on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool fully.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 22 minutes
Kcal: 180 kcal | Servings: 24 cookies
Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these cookies are a timeless classic that pairs beautifully with a glass of milk or a warm cup of tea. Whether for an afternoon snack, a dessert table, or a sweet gift for friends and family, they’re sure to be a hit!
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Peanut Butter Cookies
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
Description
These peanut butter cookies are a perfect blend of softness and chewiness, offering a delightful burst of peanut flavor in every bite. The simple crisscross pattern on top adds a nostalgic touch, making them an irresistible treat for all ages.
Ingredients
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
Warm up your oven to 350°F (175°C) and cover a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Beat until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt by whisking.
Slowly incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until thoroughly blended.
Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and arrange them on the baking sheet, leaving 2 inches of space between each.
Gently press each dough ball with a fork to make a crisscross design.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden.
Once baked, allow the cookies to rest on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool fully.
Notes
Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these cookies are a timeless classic that pairs beautifully with a glass of milk or a warm cup of tea. Whether for an afternoon snack, a dessert table, or a sweet gift for friends and family, they’re sure to be a hit!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 180 kcal
Keywords: cookies, butter cookies, Peanut Butter Cookies