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Peanut Butter Cookies

Soft and chewy Peanut Butter Cookies made with rich peanut butter and simple ingredients. These easy homemade cookies have a classic crisscross texture and are perfect for snacks, desserts, and quick baking anytime.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 18 Cookies

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter softened
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
  6. Roll dough into balls and place on the baking sheet.
  7. Press each cookie with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
  8. Bake for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden.
  9. Let cool before serving.

Notes

Do not overbake to keep cookies soft
Chill dough for thicker cookies
Use creamy or chunky peanut butter
Dip fork in sugar to prevent sticking