Description
Irresistible Peanut Butter Cookies deliver a classic American dessert with rich, creamy texture and homemade charm. Crisp edges and chewy centers make these treats perfect for cookie lovers craving comfort and nostalgia.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookies Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (128 grams) peanut butter
Main Sugars:
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (110 grams) brown sugar
Binding and Dry Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups (156 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 350F and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Create a creamy mixture by blending butter, peanut butter, and both sugar varieties until smooth and well-incorporated.
- Introduce egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, stirring until completely unified.
- Separately combine flour, baking soda, and salt through a thorough whisking process.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until a cohesive dough develops.
- Shape the dough into uniform 1-inch spheres, positioning them evenly across the prepared baking sheet.
- Gently press each cookie with a fork, creating a distinctive crisscross texture that enhances visual appeal.
- Transfer the cookie-laden sheet into the preheated oven, baking for 10-12 minutes until edges turn golden yet centers remain tender.
- Allow cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, enabling them to firm slightly before transferring to a cooling rack.
Notes
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading and create thicker, softer cookies.
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and consistent texture.
- Opt for natural peanut butter with no added sugar for a more intense, authentic peanut flavor.
- Substitute gluten-free flour for a celiac-friendly version of these classic cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 196
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 1.2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg