Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade Peanut Butter Cookies, a classic treat perfect for any occasion. With their soft and chewy texture, these cookies are enhanced with a sweet sugar coating that makes them utterly irresistible. Made with creamy peanut butter and a hint of vanilla, each bite is a burst of flavor that will satisfy your cravings. Whether you’re hosting a party, need an after-school snack, or simply want to enjoy a comforting dessert with a glass of milk, this easy recipe has you covered. Bake up some happiness today!
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar (divided)
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs, vanilla extract, and creamy peanut butter until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
- Chill the dough for one hour in the refrigerator.
- Roll dough into balls using a cookie scoop and coat each ball in remaining granulated sugar before placing on prepared baking sheets.
- Press criss-cross fork marks on each cookie before baking for about 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges. Let cool on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 118
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 72mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 12mg