Classic Peanut Butter Cookies
Indulge in the nostalgia of Classic Peanut Butter Cookies, where warm, nutty flavors bring comfort to your kitchen. This easy recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re baking for a family gathering or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. With just a few simple ingredients, these chewy cookies are quick to whip up and will delight both kids and adults alike. The soft texture combined with a rich peanut butter taste ensures that each bite is a treat worth savoring. Get ready to fill your home with the delightful aroma of fresh-baked cookies!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Total Time: 24 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2/3 cup peanut butter
- 1 large egg
- ¾ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the room temperature butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add peanut butter and egg, mixing until well blended.
- In another bowl, whisk together baking powder, baking soda, salt, and flour; then gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place them on prepared baking sheets about three inches apart. Flatten with a fork in a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 8-9 minutes until golden at the base but still soft on top. Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 94
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 58mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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