Description
These timeless, chewy peanut butter cookies are a staple for any dessert table. Crafted with creamy peanut butter, rich butter, and a blend of sugars, they deliver the perfect balance of soft, tender centers and crisp, golden edges. Designed for reliability and comfort, this recipe is easy to follow and produces professional bakery-style results that everyone in the family will adore. Whether for a quick weeknight treat or a weekend gathering, these cookies are a guaranteed hit.
Ingredients
1 cup (260 g) creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar, plus extra for rolling
1/2 cup (100 g) light brown sugar, packed
1 large egg, room temperature
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups (192 g) all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, beat the peanut butter, softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating until well incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Chill the dough for 30 minutes to ensure better texture and prevent spreading.
Roll the dough into small balls and coat lightly in additional granulated sugar.
Place balls on the prepared baking sheet and flatten slightly with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
Bake for 10 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure your butter is at room temperature for the best creaminess. Using a spoon and level method for the flour ensures the dough is not too dry. For the iconic look, use a fork to press a crisscross pattern onto the dough before baking.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg