Crispy Peanut Butter Cookies
Indulge in the ultimate treat with these crispy peanut butter cookies—perfectly golden around the edges, delightfully crunchy, and packed with rich, nutty flavor. This easy-to-follow recipe combines pantry staples like creamy peanut butter, light brown sugar, and a hint of vanilla for a decadent dessert or snack that everyone will love. With just 15 minutes of prep time, these cookies come together quickly, making them ideal for weeknight baking or special occasions. The signature fork-pressed crisscross pattern adds a charming homemade touch, while the irresistibly crisp texture makes them perfect for dunking in milk or pairing with your morning coffee. Whip up a batch of these classic peanut butter cookies today and delight in their timeless appeal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 115 grams unsalted butter
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 100 grams light brown sugar
- 200 grams peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 1 piece large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 200 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
Add the peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Beat until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until the dough comes together.
Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of dough per cookie and roll it into balls. Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Using the back of a fork dipped in sugar, press each ball down slightly to create a crisscross pattern.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the cookies look set.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy your crispy peanut butter cookies with a glass of cold milk or a cup of coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3593 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 205.3 g | 263% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.1 g | 390% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 441 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 3430 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 397.3 g | 144% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.9 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 220.1 g | ||
| Protein | 77.8 g | 156% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 268 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1692 mg | 36% | |
*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.
