Description
Classic peanut butter cookies that are soft, chewy, and full of rich peanut butter flavor.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda (optional, for slight rise)
- Pinch of salt (if using unsalted peanut butter)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Add baking soda and salt if using. Mix until well combined.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Flatten each ball with a fork in a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a firmer texture, refrigerate dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Can substitute part of the sugar with brown sugar for a chewier cookie.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
