Description
These Thick and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies are a perfect blend of rich peanut butter flavor and soft, chewy texture. With a delightful crisscross fork pattern on top, these cookies are easy to make and ideal for any peanut butter lover looking for a classic, comforting treat.
Ingredients
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Primary Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking sheet by greasing it lightly or lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Butter, Peanut Butter, and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat together the softened unsalted butter, creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy. This creates the base of your cookie dough with a creamy texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated. This adds moisture and helps bind the dough.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Stir in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until the dough forms a cohesive ball. Be careful not to overmix to keep the cookies tender.
- Form Dough Balls: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls using your hands. Place them evenly spaced about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet to allow room for spreading.
- Create Crisscross Pattern: Flatten each dough ball slightly with a fork, pressing to make a distinct crisscross pattern on top, which is traditional for peanut butter cookies.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown but the centers are still soft.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to firm up. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely to maintain their chewy texture.
Notes
- For chewier cookies, avoid overbaking; remove them once edges are golden but centers are still soft.
- You can use crunchy peanut butter for additional texture if desired.
- Make sure butter is softened, not melted, for best mixing results.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh and chewy.
- If you prefer a saltier kick, sprinkle a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt on top before baking.
