Homemade Peanut Butter Cookies
Soft, chewy, and bursting with rich nutty flavor, these homemade peanut butter cookies are a timeless treat that will delight both kids and adults alike. Made with creamy peanut butter, a perfect balance of granulated and light brown sugar, and a hint of vanilla, these cookies boast a melt-in-your-mouth texture and an irresistible crisscross pattern. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a short 10-minute bake time, this easy recipe yields 24 golden-brown cookies that are slightly crisp on the edges yet tender in the center. Perfect as an afternoon snack or a sweet dessert, serve these classic peanut butter cookies with a cold glass of milk or enjoy them straight from the jar. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, this recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves homemade goodies!
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Ingredients
- 113 grams Unsalted butter
- 200 grams Creamy peanut butter
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 100 grams Light brown sugar
- 1 piece Large egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 190 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 6
Scoop out 1 to 1.5 tablespoons of dough and roll it into balls. Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 7
Using the back of a fork, gently press down on each dough ball to create a crisscross pattern.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked, but they will firm up as they cool.
Step 9
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Serve the peanut butter cookies with a glass of milk, or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (767.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3546.9 |
| Total Fat 203.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 77.1g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 436.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3249.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 391.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 220.1g | |
| Protein 76.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 41IU | 0% |
| Calcium 266.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1680.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories