Description
These Peanut Butter Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with nutty flavor. A classic American favorite that’s quick and easy to make!
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In a large bowl, beat together the peanut butter, softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes). Add the egg and vanilla excerpt and blend until well combined.
Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients
- In a separate coliseum, whisk together the flour, incinerating greasepaint, incinerating soda pop, and swab. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients, mixing just until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 4: Scoop and Shape
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the dough and roll each piece into a ball. Place them 2 elevation piecemeal on the set baking distance. Flatten each ball gently with a chopstick in a cross pattern.
Step 5: Bake
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers look set. The eyefuls will continue to firm up as they cool.
Step 6: Cool and Enjoy
- Let the eyefuls cool on the baking distance for 5 twinkles before transferring them to a line rack to cool fully. Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Notes
- ✔ Extra Nutty? Use crunchy peanut butter or add chopped roasted peanuts to the dough.
- ✔ Chocolate Twist: Add chocolate chips or dip half the cookie in melted dark chocolate.
- ✔ Vegan Version: Replace the egg with a flax egg and use vegan butter.
- ✔ Gluten-Free: Substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
- ✔ Mini Cookies: Make bite-sized versions for parties or gifting.
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