Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe
These classic peanut butter cookies combine a chewy center with crispy edges, making them the perfect treat for sharing and enjoying at any gathering.
Ingredients
- ½ cup Unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup Creamy peanut butter
- ¾ cup Brown sugar
- ¼ cup White granulated sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 1 ½ teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
- 1 ⅓ cups Unbleached flour
- ¾ teaspoon Baking soda
- ½ teaspoon Baking powder
- Sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Soften the butter in the microwave for about 20 seconds till soft but not melted.
- In a bowl, mix together the softened butter, creamy peanut butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well until evenly blended.
- Gradually stir in the unbleached flour, baking powder, and baking soda until a dough forms.
- Scoop out about 2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie, shaping them into balls on the baking sheet.
- Create a criss-cross pattern on top of each cookie using a fork.
- If desired, sprinkle with sea salt.
- Bake for 9 minutes, until pale and slightly under-baked. They will continue to cook as they cool.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for better texture and avoid overmixing to prevent tough cookies.
- Chilling the dough can improve flavor and texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5g
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