Description
Indulge in the ultimate treat with Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies—soft, rich, and packed with that irresistible peanut butter flavor! These cookies are a warm reminder of home-baked goodness, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup Peanut Butter
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
- 1 large Egg
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 tsp Baking Soda
- 1/4 tsp Salt
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your cookies bake evenly and come out perfectly every time.
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This not only prevents sticking but also helps with even baking.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and egg. Mix until smooth and creamy. This is where the magic begins!
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour, baking soda, and salt to the peanut butter mixture. Stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Scoop and Shape: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between each cookie for spreading.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers should look slightly underbaked for that chewy texture.
- Cool Down: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them firm up nicely.
Notes
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure your peanut butter and egg are at room temperature for better mixing.
- Don’t Overbake: Keep an eye on the cookies; they will continue to bake on the sheet after being removed from the oven.
- Use Quality Peanut Butter: Opt for a natural peanut butter without additives for the best flavor and texture.
- Chill the Dough: If you’re short on time, chilling the dough for 30 minutes can enhance the flavor and help with shape.
- Make Small Cookies: Smaller cookies will bake faster and stay chewier, so consider making them bite-sized.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Peanut Butter Cookies, Chewy Cookies, Homemade Treats