How to Make Perfect Peanut Butter Cookies at Home
These classic peanut butter cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with rich, nutty flavor. Perfect for a quick treat, they require only a few simple ingredients!
Equipment
- Whisk or fork
- Fork (for crisscross pattern)
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter smooth or crunchy
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix until smooth.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt to the bowl. Stir until well combined and the dough comes together.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each ball.
- Using a fork, press down on each ball to create a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Do not overbake.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
Calories: 110kcal
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