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Freshly baked peanut butter cookies with fork marks on a cooling rack.

How to grow 3 Peanut Butter Cookies peanut butter cookies

These peanut butter cookies are a classic treat, perfect for any occasion. This recipe yields three delightful cookies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 3 cookies
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Electric Mixer (optional)
  • Fork
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Roll the dough into three individual balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Using a fork, gently press down on each cookie dough ball to create a crosshatch pattern.
Baking
  1. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  2. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra peanut butter flavor, you can add a few extra chopped peanuts to the dough. These cookies are best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.