Description
These thick and chewy peanut butter cookies are easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. Featuring a perfect balance of sweetness and rich peanut butter flavor, these cookies are baked to golden perfection with a delightfully soft and chewy center. Follow the step-by-step tips for irresistibly delicious cookies every time.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect baking temperature for your cookies.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and baking soda. Mix thoroughly until you achieve a smooth cookie dough.
- Form Dough Balls: Scoop and roll the dough into small balls, about one inch in diameter, and evenly place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Flatten Dough Balls: Using a fork, gently press down on each dough ball to flatten it slightly and create the classic crisscross pattern on each cookie.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown.
- Cool Cookies: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for at least 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of salt if using unsalted peanut butter.
- Do not overbake; slightly underbaking ensures the cookies remain chewy.
- Use natural peanut butter without added oils for a healthier option.
- These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to a week.
- You can freeze the dough balls and bake fresh cookies later.
