Classic Homemade Peanut Butter Cookies
These cookies are a comforting reminder of home and childhood, featuring a rich peanut butter flavor with a delightful balance of sweetness.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Electric Mixer
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides structure for the cookies.
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar Enhances sweetness and contributes to crispness.
- 1 cup Brown Sugar Adds moisture and depth of flavor.
- 1 cup Peanut Butter The star ingredient for flavor and moisture.
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor.
- 1 large Egg Binds ingredients and adds richness.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds warmth and aroma.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until well blended.
- In a separate bowl, cream together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and peanut butter until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the peanut butter mixture and beat until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Portion out the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Press down on each cookie ball with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Let cookies cool completely on the wire rack.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.