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Peanut Butter Cookie Recipe

These classic peanut butter cookies are soft, chewy, and full of rich, nutty flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes with simple ingredients, they’re perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Cookie scoop or tablespoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, granulated sugar, egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt until smooth and well blended.
  4. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  5. Use a fork to gently press down on each cookie to create a crosshatch pattern.
  6. Bake for 10 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
  7. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Serve and enjoy your homemade peanut butter cookies!

Notes

For an extra indulgent treat, add chocolate chips to the dough.