Description
These Thick and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies are a delightful treat for peanut butter lovers. With a soft, tender center and slightly crisp edges, they offer the perfect combination of texture and flavor. Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients, this recipe is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. You can even customize the cookies with chocolate chips, chopped peanuts, or a sprinkle of sea salt. Enjoy these cookies as a snack, dessert, or for any occasion!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a thick dough forms.
- Chill the dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to make it easier to handle and to enhance the flavor.
- Shape and bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll the dough into 1 1/2-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft. 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, chopped peanuts, or a sprinkle of sea salt before baking.
- If you prefer a crunchier texture, use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy.
- These cookies can be frozen for up to 3 months. Simply thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
