Nutty Peanut Butter Cookies
Dive into the irresistible world of Nutty Peanut Butter Cookies—soft, chewy treats packed with rich, nutty flavor that will satisfy your cookie cravings. This easy-to-follow recipe combines creamy or chunky peanut butter, a hint of brown sugar for caramel-like sweetness, and optional chopped peanuts for an extra crunch, making these cookies a texture-lovers’ dream. A quick 15-minute prep and a crisscross fork design add to the charm of these classic baked goods. Perfect as a snack, dessert, or accompanied by a cold glass of milk, these cookies deliver comfort and nostalgia in every bite. Ideal for peanut butter enthusiasts, this recipe will become a staple in your cookie repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams Unsalted butter
- 200 grams Peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 100 grams Brown sugar (light or dark, packed)
- 1 piece Large egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 190 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 50 grams Chopped peanuts (optional, for extra crunch)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer.
Add in the egg and vanilla extract and mix until just 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.
If you’re using chopped peanuts for extra crunch, gently fold them into the dough with a spatula.
Scoop approximately 1.5 tablespoons of dough (a small cookie scoop works well) and roll it into balls. Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Use a fork to gently press down on each dough ball, creating a crisscross pattern on the top.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. The centers might look slightly underdone, but they will firm up as they cool.
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.
Enjoy your Nutty Peanut Butter Cookies with a glass of milk or as a delightful snack any time of the day!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4025 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 228.5 g | 293% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.7 g | 404% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 436 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 3442 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 445.9 g | 162% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 269.4 g | ||
| Protein | 89.3 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 317 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 2046 mg | 44% | |
*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.
