Description
Peanut butter cookies are a timeless treat, bringing warmth and nostalgia with every bite. Soft yet slightly crispy around the edges, these delicious cookies are perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying solo with a glass of milk. Whip them up in no time with simple ingredients, and indulge in their rich, nutty flavor that evokes cherished childhood memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (dark)
- 1 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and peanut butter until fluffy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Scoop dough onto a lined baking sheet about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg