The BEST Soft and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies
Indulge in the delightful experience of baking The BEST Soft and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies! These cookies are a perfect blend of soft, chewy, and rich peanut butter flavor that will make your kitchen feel like home. Ideal for family gatherings, cozy evenings, or simply as a sweet treat after a long day, this easy recipe comes together quickly and is sure to impress. With just ten minutes of prep and eight minutes of baking time, you can enjoy warm cookies that melt in your mouth. Customize them with chocolate chips or nuts for added fun!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for rolling cookies in)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with brown sugar until smooth. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and peanut butter; mix until well combined.
- Gently fold in the flour and baking soda until just incorporated.
- Scoop dough into balls (about 1-2 tablespoons each) and roll in granulated sugar if desired.
- Space the cookies about an inch apart on the prepared baking sheet. For classic criss-cross patterns, gently press down with a fork.
- Bake for 7-8 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg