Classic Peanut Butter Cookies: Soft, Chewy, and Family-Favorite

Classic Peanut Butter Cookies are quick, chewy, and delicious, making them a family favorite.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 30

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Dessert

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough

1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Use a kitchen scale for accuracy
1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for best results
0.5 cups Unsalted Butter At room temperature
0.5 cups Brown Sugar Contributes moisture
0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Adjust to liking
1 cups Creamy Peanut Butter Rich flavor, can swap for crunchy
1 Large Egg Room-temperature blends better
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Using pure enhances taste

Equipment

Mixing bowl
Baking Sheet
Parchment paper
electric mixer

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, sift together flour and baking powder.
In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.
Add peanut butter to the mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
Mix in egg and vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the baking sheet.
Flatten each ball with a fork in a criss-cross pattern.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until edges are golden.
Let cool for 5 to 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure room temperature ingredients for better dough consistency. Avoid overmixing to maintain chewiness.

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