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Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe: The Ultimate Classic Treat

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.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

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

Method
 

  1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Cream the Butter and Peanut Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and peanut butter until smooth and creamy.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.

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