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The BEST Soft and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies

The BEST Soft and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies

Indulge in The BEST Soft and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies, a treat combining buttery goodness and rich peanut flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 145
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for rolling) - Optional

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Fork

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter and light brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  4. Stir in the creamy peanut butter until the mixture is velvety.
  5. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and baking soda; mix until just combined.
  6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and optionally coat with granulated sugar.
  7. Place on prepared baking sheets about one inch apart. Press down gently with a fork to create crisscross patterns.
  8. Bake for 7-8 minutes or until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 145kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 7g

Notes

These cookies can be customized with chocolate chips or crushed pretzels for added flavor. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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