Description
This Peanut Butter Cookies recipe is a simple, quick, and irresistible treat. The combination of creamy peanut butter, a touch of sweetness from granulated and brown sugars, and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture makes these cookies a perfect snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (110g) brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup (240g) creamy peanut butter
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: Sift the all-purpose flour and baking powder together in a large bowl. Whisk to combine.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a stand mixer, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate Peanut Butter: Add the creamy peanut butter to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until well combined.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the room-temperature egg and vanilla extract. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Combine with Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Shape the Cookies: Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Flatten each ball with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 8 minutes, or until the edges are set.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
- Variations: You can add chocolate chips, chopped peanuts, or a chocolate kiss after baking for extra flavor.
- Gluten-Free Option: Swap in a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend if needed.
- Storage: Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze them for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes per batch
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
