Description
Indulge in the ultimate peanut butter treat with these thick and chewy peanut butter cookies! Packed with rich flavor and soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture, they’re easy to make and perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream peanut butter, butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until combined.
- Roll dough into 2-tablespoon-sized balls and place on baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Press each ball with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are slightly soft.
- Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
- Use well-mixed natural peanut butter for a different flavor profile.
- For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Add chocolate chips, nuts, or toffee bits for variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
