Soft Classic Peanut Butter Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

Enjoy these Soft Classic Peanut Butter cookies that melt in your mouth, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 12

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 27

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 90

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cookies

1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter or crunchy for a different texture
1 cup Granulated Sugar or coconut sugar for a healthier option
1 large Egg or a flax egg for a vegan version
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure for best flavor
1 teaspoon Baking Soda leavening agent
1 pinch Salt to balance sweetness

Optional Add-ins

Chocolate Chips for a sweet twist
Chopped Nuts for extra texture
Dried Fruits for bursts of sweetness

Equipment

Oven
Mixing bowl
Cookie scoop
Baking Sheet
Parchment paper

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix 1 cup of peanut butter and 1 cup of sugar until smooth.
Add 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, stir until well combined.
Mix in 1 teaspoon of baking soda and a pinch of salt until just combined.
Scoop rounded balls of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Create a crisscross pattern on top of each dough ball with a fork.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden, but centers are soft.
Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gIron: 2mg

Notes

Experiment with your favorite add-ins for unique flavors and textures. Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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