Crisco's Irresistable Peanut Butter Cookies

Perfectly soft, chewy, and packed with rich peanut butter flavor, Crisco's Irresistible Peanut Butter Cookies are a classic treat that lives up to their name. Using Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening as a key ingredient ensures a wonderfully tender texture, while a blend of creamy peanut butter, brown sugar, and vanilla adds depth to every bite. These cookies come together in just 15 minutes of prep time, with the option to roll them in sugar for an extra touch of sweetness. A signature crisscross fork pattern not only gives these cookies their iconic look but also helps achieve even baking. Perfectly golden after just 8 minutes in the oven, they’re a timeless favorite for cookie lovers of all ages. Whip up a batch of these easy, irresistible treats and savor them with a cold glass of milk or as a comforting snack anytime!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:23 mins

Servings: 36

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening
• 0.75 cup Peanut Butter (creamy or chunky)
• 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown Sugar (packed)
• 1 piece Large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1.25 cups All-Purpose Flour
• 0.75 teaspoon Baking Soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cup Granulated Sugar (for rolling; optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, beat together the Crisco shortening, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy and well-blended.

Step 3

Add the egg, milk, and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture. Beat until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Step 5

If desired, place the additional granulated sugar in a small bowl. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and optionally roll the balls in the sugar to coat.

Step 6

Place the dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Using a fork, press down on each cookie to flatten slightly and create a crisscross pattern.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 7-8 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake; the cookies will continue to set as they cool.

Step 8

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve and enjoy these irresistibly soft and flavorful peanut butter cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(876.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4325.7

Total Fat 265.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 188.7mg	0%
Sodium 3020.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 431.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.2g	0%
Total Sugars 293.5g
Protein 67.3g	0%

Vitamin D 54.0IU	0%
Calcium 295.5mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 1553.7mg	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: 54.5%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 39.3%