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Delicious Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe
Alyssa

Delicious Peanut Butter Cookies

Enjoy these delicious peanut butter cookies—soft, chewy, and packed with rich peanut butter flavor. Perfect for snacks, desserts, or any sweet craving
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

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

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  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. Add the egg and vanilla: Crack in 1 large egg and pour in 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Mix until fully incorporated.
  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. 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. 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. 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. 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!