Great Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe

A beloved family recipe for incredibly delicious peanut butter cookies! These easy-to-make cookies are perfect for any occasion – bake a batch for a cozy night in or a crowd-pleasing treat for your next gathering. Get ready for perfectly crisp edges and a chewy center.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 28 mins
Calories 383.6 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Great Peanut Butter Cookies

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How to Make Great Peanut Butter Cookies

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, ¾ cup granulated sugar, and ¾ cup packed brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in 1 cup creamy peanut butter.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Use a fork to create a criss-cross pattern on top of each cookie.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. 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

8 g

Sugar

145g

Fat

16g

Carbs

16g