Caitlin's Peanut Butter Cookies

Discover the ultimate recipe for soft and chewy peanut butter cookies with "Caitlin's Peanut Butter Cookies," a timeless treat that strikes the perfect balance between rich, creamy peanut butter flavor and sugary sweetness. Ready in just 25 minutes, these cookies feature a classic fork-pressed crisscross pattern and a delicate sugar coating for added texture and charm. Made with pantry-friendly ingredients like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and a generous helping of creamy peanut butter, these golden cookies bake to perfection with irresistibly soft centers and slightly crisp edges. Perfect for holidays, bake sales, or an indulgent snack, this recipe yields 24 cookies that stay fresh for up to a week. Whether you're a seasoned baker or looking for an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert, Caitlin's Peanut Butter Cookies will quickly become a go-to favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 35/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
• 0.5 cups Creamy peanut butter
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Light brown sugar, packed
• 1 Large egg
• 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
• 0.25 cups Extra granulated sugar (for rolling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment to cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Use a tablespoon or a cookie scoop to portion out dough and roll each portion into a smooth ball.

Step 7

Roll each dough ball in the extra granulated sugar to coat it lightly. Place the sugar-coated balls onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.

Step 8

Using a fork, gently press down on each dough ball to flatten it slightly and create a classic crisscross pattern on the tops of the cookies.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 9-10 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges. They may appear soft in the center, but they will firm up as they cool.

Step 10

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(728.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3247.7

Total Fat 161.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 444.3mg	0%
Sodium 3076.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 412.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 259.0g
Protein 55.6g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 235.1mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 1163.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.8%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 49.6%