Description
There’s something incredibly comforting about biting into a warm, chewy peanut butter cookie. The rich, nutty flavor of peanut butter combined with the soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture creates a perfect balance that satisfies cravings in the best way possible. If you’ve ever craved a batch of cookies that bring joy and nostalgia in every bite, this Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe is exactly what you need.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/3 cup white sugar
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Cream the Butter and Peanut Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and peanut butter until smooth and creamy.
- Mix in Sugars, Egg, and Vanilla: Add the brown sugar, white sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter and peanut butter mixture. Beat until light and fluffy.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until fully combined.
- Scoop and Shape the Dough: Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Roll the dough into balls and press down with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, until the edges are golden brown. The centers may look slightly soft, but they’ll firm up as they cool.
- Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your homemade peanut butter cookies!
Notes
- Use Room Temperature Butter: Cold butter won’t cream properly with the sugar, so let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before starting.
- Don’t Overmix the Dough: Overmixing can cause the cookies to be tough. Mix until the dough just comes together.
- Add More Peanut Butter for Extra Flavor: If you love peanut butter, don’t hesitate to add an extra tablespoon to the dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American