Crisscross Peanut Butter Cookies

Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth with these classic Crisscross Peanut Butter Cookies—an irresistible balance of soft, chewy texture and rich, nutty flavor. Made with creamy peanut butter and a blend of brown and granulated sugars, these cookies are rolled in sugar and stamped with their signature crisscross fork pattern, adding an old-fashioned charm that’s just as delightful to the eyes as it is to your taste buds. Perfect for a quick bake, they come together in just 15 minutes of prep time and deliver warm, golden perfection after a short 10 minutes in the oven. Whether you’re serving these as an after-school snack, a holiday treat, or simply indulging in a timeless favorite, these homemade peanut butter cookies will bring comfort and nostalgia to every bite. Keyword tip: Crisscross Peanut Butter Cookies, classic cookie recipe, peanut butter dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 36/100

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 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup additional granulated sugar (for rolling)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Scoop out 1-tablespoon-sized portions of dough, rolling them into smooth balls between your palms.

Step 7

Roll each dough ball in the reserved 1/4 cup of granulated sugar until fully coated.

Step 8

Place the dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 9

Use a fork to gently press down on each dough ball in a crisscross pattern, flattening it slightly.

Step 10

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked—this is okay, as they will set as they cool.

Step 11

Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Enjoy your Crisscross Peanut Butter Cookies!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(738.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3308.8

Total Fat 164.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 454.3mg	0%
Sodium 2737.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 422.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 268.4g
Protein 55.2g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 230.2mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	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: 43.6%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 49.9%