Awesome Peanut Butter Cookies
Whip up a batch of irresistibly soft and chewy Awesome Peanut Butter Cookies, the ultimate comfort treat that’s as easy to make as it is to enjoy. This classic recipe combines the nutty richness of creamy peanut butter with the perfect balance of sweetness from brown and granulated sugar. With just 15 minutes of prep and simple pantry staples like flour, butter, and a touch of vanilla extract, you'll have a fresh batch of cookies ready to indulge in under 30 minutes. The signature crisscross fork pattern not only gives these cookies their iconic look but ensures they bake to golden perfection, with crispy edges and a tender center. Perfect for sharing—or not—these homemade peanut butter cookies are a timeless favorite that pairs wonderfully with a cold glass of milk or a cozy cup of coffee.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup packed brown sugar
- 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 piece large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric hand mixer or stand mixer to cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Add the peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, and beat until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough (or use a small cookie scoop) for each cookie and roll it into a ball. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each one.
Using a fork, gently press down on each dough ball to create a crisscross pattern, flattening the cookies slightly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly undercooked, but they will set as they cool.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your awesome peanut butter cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2039 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.7 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.3 g | 196% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 529 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 240.4 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 111.4 g | ||
| Protein | 45.5 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 914 mg | 19% | |
*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.
