Description
These Soft and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies are the epitome of comfort in every bite. With a perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness, these cookies are a classic treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream the ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla until well combined.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until fully combined.
- Shape and bake: Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and place on the baking sheets. Press a crisscross pattern into each cookie with a fork. Bake for 9–11 minutes until set but still slightly soft in the center.
- Cool and enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Do not overbake—cookies will continue to set as they cool.
- For extra chewiness, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Add chocolate chips or chopped peanuts for a fun twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
