My Favorite Soft & Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies
Indulge in the warm, comforting aroma of freshly baked cookies with my Favorite Soft & Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings, these cookies are soft, chewy, and incredibly easy to make. With just one bowl and 30 minutes of your time, you can create a delightful dessert that delights both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or need a quick treat after dinner, these peanut butter cookies promise to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 16 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 1/3 cups dark brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Cream together peanut butter and room-temperature butter until smooth.
- Mix in dark brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together baking powder, baking soda, sea salt, and flour. Gradually mix into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets; sprinkle with sea salt if desired.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 12 minutes or until lightly golden around edges.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg