Description
Make perfectly chewy peanut butter cookies every time with this straightforward recipe. These classic cookies are quick to prepare and result in a soft, satisfying treat ideal for beginners.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup white granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/3 cups unbleached flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Soften the butter in the microwave for about 20 seconds. Add a few more seconds if the butter remains firm.
- Add the peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar to the softened butter. Mix until the mixture is smooth.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract. Mix until these ingredients combine completely.
- Slowly stir in the flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Mix until the dough just forms.
- Scoop the dough into 2-tablespoon portions. Roll the portions into balls. Place the balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Use a fork to press horizontal and vertical lines onto each dough ball, flattening them slightly.
- Sprinkle the tops with sea salt if you want to use it.
- Bake for 9 minutes. The edges should look set, but the cookies should appear slightly pale. They will finish cooking as they cool.
- Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 15 minutes. Transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Cookies are best enjoyed when soft and chewy. Avoid overbaking to keep the right texture.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American