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A delicious plate of Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe

Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe

These classic peanut butter cookies are perfect for any occasion. With a soft and chewy texture, they are sure to delight both kids and adults alike.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 115
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 180 g all-purpose flour lightly spooned and leveled
  • 0.75 tsp baking powder
Wet Ingredients
  • 115 g unsalted butter softened
  • 100 g brown sugar packed
  • 100 g granulated sugar
  • 240 g creamy peanut butter salted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • to taste sea salt sea salt optional, for topping

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder until well combined.
  3. In a stand mixer or large bowl, cream the softened butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy.
  4. Add the peanut butter and mix until smooth. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, scraping down the sides as needed.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out evenly.
  7. Using a fork dipped in sugar, press down each ball gently in a crisscross pattern.
  8. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges start to turn golden. Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a crunchy texture, add chopped peanuts to the dough before baking. These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.