Peanut Butter Cookies
Description: I’ve been baking these since I was a little girl. Nothing better than a glass of milk and a couple of warm peanut butter cookies!
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, Cookie & Brownie, Fruit, Nuts, Kid Friendly, Potluck, < 30 Mins, For Large Groups, Oven, Easy
Aggregated Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5.0/5.0 from 400 reviews)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 126
- Fat Content: 6.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 17.9mg
- Sodium Content: 126.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 14.7g
- Fiber Content: 0.5g
- Sugar Content: 9.1g
- Protein Content: 2.3g
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). | PT0M |
| 2 | In a large mixing bowl, combine butter, peanut butter, sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla. | PT0M |
| 3 | Add all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to the mixture. Mix well until all ingredients are combined. | PT0M |
| 4 | Roll the dough into small balls and place them on an ungreased cookie sheet. | PT0M |
| 5 | Flatten each ball with a fork dipped in sugar or flour, creating a crisscross pattern on top of each cookie. | PT0M |
| 6 | Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. | PT12M |
| 7 | Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring. | PT0M |
| 8 | Serve warm with a glass of milk for a delightful treat! | PT0M |
Tips
- To achieve a chewier texture, slightly underbake the cookies and allow them to cool on the baking sheet.
- For a crunchy texture, bake the cookies for a few extra minutes until they are golden brown all over.
- Feel free to add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the dough for extra flavor and texture.
- Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or freeze for longer storage.
These classic peanut butter cookies are quick and easy to make, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings in no time! Whether you’re baking for a snack, dessert, or a potluck, these cookies are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. Enjoy the irresistible combination of peanut butter goodness with every bite! 🥜🍪