Peanut Butter Cookies by Laura Secord
Sweet, nutty, and irresistibly soft, the timeless Peanut Butter Cookies by Laura Secord are a must-try for bakers seeking a truly classic treat. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, creamy peanut butter, and a blend of granulated and brown sugars, these cookies achieve the perfect balance of rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture. The signature crisscross pattern, created by gently pressing with a fork, adds a charming homemade touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, these cookies are easy to whip up for everyday indulgence or special occasions. Serve them with a cold glass of milk for the ultimate nostalgic snack that everyone will love. Perfect for peanut butter lovers, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (softened)
- 0.5 cups Creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Brown sugar (packed)
- 1 Large egg
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring until the dough comes together and no streaks of flour remain.
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, portion the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Flatten each ball slightly using the back of a fork, pressing down to create a crisscross pattern on the cookies.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft.
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 delicious peanut butter cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3124 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 161.8 g | 207% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.7 g | 368% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 444 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 2492 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 380.6 g | 138% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 227.5 g | ||
| Protein | 55.6 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 251 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1194 mg | 25% | |
*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.
