My Favorite Peanut Butter Cookies
Soft, chewy, and bursting with rich peanut butter flavor, "My Favorite Peanut Butter Cookies" are the ultimate homemade treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth! This quick and easy recipe combines creamy or chunky peanut butter with the perfect balance of granulated and brown sugars for a rich sweetness, while a hint of vanilla elevates every bite. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 24 perfectly golden cookies featuring a classic crosshatch pattern for that nostalgic, homemade touch. Ideal for peanut butter lovers, these cookies are made with simple pantry ingredients and bake to perfection in just 10 minutes. Whether paired with a cold glass of milk or enjoyed as an afternoon snack, these classic cookies are sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat the 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 mixer to cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and beat until well 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 just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop the dough into 1.5-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Using a fork, gently press down on the dough balls to flatten them slightly and create a crosshatch pattern on the tops.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and just beginning to brown. The centers may look slightly underbaked, but they will set as the cookies 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 homemade peanut butter cookies with a cold glass of milk or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5818 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 318.3 g | 408% | |
| Saturated Fat | 145.7 g | 728% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 703 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 3642 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 678.6 g | 247% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.0 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 417.5 g | ||
| Protein | 98.7 g | 197% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 433 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 20.8 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 2192 mg | 47% | |
*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.
