Description
These Gourmet Thick Peanut Butter Cookies are rich, soft, and packed with classic peanut butter flavor. Perfectly balanced with a tender, chewy center and slightly crispy edges, these cookies are ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth with a homemade treat that’s easy to prepare.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prep the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender texture.
- Add Eggs and Peanut Butter: Beat in the eggs one at a time to incorporate them fully, then mix in the creamy peanut butter and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning agents.
- Mix Everything Together: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can lead to tough cookies.
- Form the Cookies: Scoop approximately 1/4 cup of dough and roll it into a ball. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten each ball slightly with the palm of your hand to encourage even baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the centers remain soft and chewy.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which finishes the setting process and prevents breakage.
- Serve: Enjoy your delicious, thick peanut butter cookies fresh as a delightful treat with a glass of milk or your preferred beverage.
Notes
- For a crunchier texture, bake for an additional 2-3 minutes but watch closely to avoid overbaking.
- You can substitute crunchy peanut butter if you prefer a bit of texture inside the cookie.
- Make sure the butter is softened and not melted for the best cookie texture.
- Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking can help maintain cookie shape and improve flavor.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
