Peanut Butter Cookies
Indulge in the delightful warmth of homemade peanut butter cookies, where chewy edges meet a soft, gooey center. With every bite, you’ll experience the perfect balance of sweet and nutty flavors that evoke fond childhood memories. These easy-to-make cookies require minimal ingredients and are great for any occasion—from cozy nights in to festive gatherings. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or stored for later, these treats are sure to become a beloved favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Beat in the egg, then add baking soda and salt; mix until combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Use a fork dipped in sugar to create crisscross patterns on each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers look slightly underbaked.
- Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container once cooled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg