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Delicious Peanut Butter Cookies

Delicious Peanut Butter Cookies

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cupbutter: Softened to room temperature (butter provides a rich flavor and aids in creating a tender cookie.)
  • 1/2 cuppeanut butter: The star ingredient! Choose smooth or crunchy based on your preference for texture.
  • 1/2 cupsugar: Adds sweetness and helps achieve a nice balance of flavors.
  • 1/2 cupbrown sugar: Brings moisture to the cookies and adds depth with its caramel notes.
  • 1large egg: Binds the ingredients together and contributes to the chewy texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoonvanilla extract: Enhances the overall flavor profile (making it richer.)
  • 1 1/4 cupssifted all-purpose flour: Creates the structure of the cookies (allowing them to hold their shape.)
  • 3/4 teaspoonbaking soda: A leavening agent that helps the cookies rise slightly for a softer center.
  • 1/4 teaspoonsalt: Balances the sweetness and enhances the peanut flavor.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 2

    Cream the butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup softened butter, 1/2 cup peanut butter, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1/2 cup brown sugar. Use an electric mixer or a wooden spoon to mix until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add the egg and vanilla: Crack in 1 large egg and pour in 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Mix until fully incorporated.

  4. 4

    Combine the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups sifted all-purpose flour, 3/4 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

  5. 5

    Roll the dough: Using your hands or a cookie scoop, roll the dough into balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them onto an ungreased cookie sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

  6. 6

    Flatten the cookies: Dip a fork in sugar (or flour) and press down gently on each ball to create a crisscross pattern on top, which also helps flatten the cookies.

  7. 7

    Bake: Place the cookie sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. The centers may look slightly underbaked, but they will firm up as they cool.

  8. 8

    Cool and enjoy: Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your delicious peanut butter cookies!