Pleasant Peanut Butter Cookies
Indulge in the rich, nutty goodness of Pleasant Peanut Butter Cookies—your ultimate homemade treat for satisfying sweet cravings. Crafted with creamy peanut butter and a blend of granulated and brown sugars, these cookies boast a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture infused with nostalgic flavors of vanilla and buttery richness. A classic crisscross fork pattern adds rustic charm while ensuring even baking, making these cookies as beautiful as they are delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy recipe requires simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt, delivering freshly baked perfection for every cookie lover. Ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying solo with a soothing glass of milk, these peanut butter cookies bring both comfort and simplicity straight to your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 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, combine the softened butter and peanut butter. Using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat them together on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Continue beating on medium speed until well combined, 2-3 minutes.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix on low speed until fully incorporated and a soft dough forms.
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, portion out the dough and roll each portion into a ball. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
Using a fork, lightly press down on each dough ball to create a crisscross pattern on the top.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked, but they will set as the cookies cool.
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your Pleasant Peanut Butter Cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3649 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 220.8 g | 283% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.8 g | 424% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 444 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 2375 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 365.4 g | 133% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.9 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 220.0 g | ||
| Protein | 82.1 g | 164% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 304 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1871 mg | 40% | |
*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.
