Description
These soft and chewy peanut butter cookies are the perfect treat for peanut butter lovers, featuring a rich, creamy texture and a classic crisscross pattern on top. With a simple mix of pantry staples and an easy baking process, these cookies deliver a delightful balance of sweetness and chewiness in every bite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, beat together peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and softened butter until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring even incorporation of flavors.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamy mixture, mixing thoroughly until fully combined to create a cohesive dough base.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together baking soda, salt, and all-purpose flour. Gradually incorporate this dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms without overmixing.
- Shape Cookies: Roll tablespoons of the dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Create Crisscross Pattern: Use a fork to press down on each dough ball, creating a classic crisscross pattern which also helps the cookies bake evenly and gives them their signature look.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the cookie edges are set but the centers remain slightly undercooked, ensuring a soft and chewy texture after cooling.
- Cool: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps maintain their chewy texture.
Notes
- For extra chewiness, do not overbake the cookies; removing them while centers are still slightly undercooked is key.
- You can substitute natural peanut butter, but the texture may vary slightly.
- Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and better dough consistency.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
