Best Peanut Butter Cookies Ever Recipe

Conquer even the biggest peanut butter cookie skeptic with these irresistible treats! Twice the peanut butter delivers an intensely rich, chewy texture unlike any other. Our secret? A unique leavening adjustment creates delightfully thick cookies that melt in your mouth. We recommend Adams brand natural organic peanut butter (you can remove some oil if desired), or make your own at a health food store like Wild Oats or Whole Foods. Get ready for the most amazing peanut butter cookie experience!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 158.7 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Best Peanut Butter Cookies Ever

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • Baking Powder (not used in recipe)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • Egg Yolk (not specified in recipe)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar

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How to Make Best Peanut Butter Cookies Ever

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Stir in the peanut butter until evenly distributed.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Flatten each ball slightly with a fork, creating a criss-cross pattern.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

37g

Fat

17g

Carbs

5g

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