Classic, buttery peanut butter cookies with a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture, perfect for every occasion.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups sifted all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease lightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter, peanut butter, sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Add the sifted flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet ingredients. Mix well to form a soft dough.
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
Using a fork dipped in sugar or flour, gently press the dough balls flat, creating a crisscross pattern.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy these timeless cookies!
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes
Kcal: Approximately 150 kcal | Servings: 24 cookies
My Favorite Peanut Butter Cookies
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These classic peanut butter cookies are buttery, soft, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Perfect for every occasion, these easy-to-make cookies offer the irresistible taste of peanut butter in every bite. Whether you’re baking for a holiday or just craving a sweet treat, these peanut butter cookies will satisfy your cravings!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups sifted all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt, then add to the wet ingredients. Mix until the dough comes together and is smooth.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Using a fork, dip it in sugar or flour, and gently press the dough balls to flatten them and create a crisscross pattern.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding chocolate chips or chopped peanuts to the dough before baking.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- To make these cookies extra soft, slightly underbake them, leaving them a bit soft in the center.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American