Salted Peanut Cookies
Crunchy, chewy, and irresistibly nutty, Salted Peanut Cookies are the ultimate blend of sweet and savory flavors. These easy-to-make treats feature a buttery cookie base packed with roughly chopped salted peanuts for a satisfying crunch in every bite. A delicate sprinkle of coarse sea salt on top adds a gourmet touch, perfectly balancing the rich sweetness of light brown sugar and vanilla. Ready in just 25 minutes, these cookies are ideal for last-minute dessert cravings or casual gatherings. Whether you enjoy them fresh from the oven or saved for later, each bite delivers a heavenly combination of texture and flavor. This recipe yields 24 cookies that can be stored for up to 5 days, making it a versatile option for any occasion. Keywords: salted peanut cookies, sweet and salty cookies, nutty dessert recipes, homemade cookies, quick baking recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 115 grams Unsalted butter, softened
- 150 grams Light brown sugar
- 50 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 190 grams All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 150 grams Salted peanuts, roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon Coarse sea salt (optional, for garnish)
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 softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, roughly 2–3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl and mix 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 just until combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
Fold in the roughly chopped salted peanuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
If desired, lightly sprinkle coarse sea salt over the top of each cookie for extra flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers appear slightly underbaked. Avoid overbaking to maintain a chewy texture.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy! These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3270 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 177.9 g | 228% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.1 g | 360% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 471 mg | 157% | |
| Sodium | 4231 mg | 184% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 378.3 g | 138% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.9 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 206.5 g | ||
| Protein | 64.7 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 277 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 1459 mg | 31% | |
*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.
