Description
These classic Peanut Butter Cookies are a favorite for all ages. With a perfect balance of sweet and nutty flavors, these cookies are easy to make and even easier to enjoy. Whether you prefer them soft and chewy or crisp and crunchy, this recipe delivers every time.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the peanut butter, softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
- Shape and Bake: Roll tablespoons of dough into balls and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Use a fork to gently press a crisscross pattern on each cookie. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For crunchier cookies, bake for the full 12 minutes.
- You can also use crunchy peanut butter for added texture or mix in chocolate chips for variation.
