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Peanut Butter Cookies

Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe - Soft & Flavorful

Discover the secret to perfect peanut butter cookies. Soft, chewy, and packed with peanut butter flavor. Classic fork pattern included.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine amercian
Servings 24
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • - 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • - 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and

fluffy

  • Beat in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until well combined.
  • Beat in the egg until fully incorporated.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  • Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  • Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches

between each cookie

  • Use a fork to gently flatten each cookie in a criss-cross pattern.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For best results, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.