Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe
Peanut butter cookies, a timeless treat that has graced kitchens and delighted taste buds for generations, stand as a testament to the simple joys of baking. These humble yet irresistible confections, crafted with just a handful of pantry staples, embody the essence of culinary comfort, offering a symphony of flavors and textures that never fails to satisfy.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups 180g all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup 113g unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup 250g peanut butter
- 1/2 cup 100g packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup 100g granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon 5ml vanilla extract
- 1 large egg at room temperature
- 3/4 teaspoon 3g baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the peanut butter until well combined.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract and beat until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Press down on the dough balls with a fork to create a criss-cross pattern.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a chewier cookie, bake for 10 minutes. For a crispier cookie, bake for 12 minutes.
Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.