How to grow 3 Peanut Butter Cookies Peanut Butter Cookies
This recipe will guide you through the process of making delicious peanut butter cookies from scratch, a classic treat that's simple to prepare and loved by all.
Equipment
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper
- Medium bowl
- Whisk
- Large bowl
- Electric mixer (optional)
- Fork
- Wire rack
Ingredients
Peanut Butter Cookies
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Use a fork to press a crisscross pattern onto each cookie.
Baking
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For extra peanut butter flavor, you can add a tablespoon of crunchy peanut butter to the dough. Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming. Do not overmix the dough, as this can lead to tough cookies.