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Classic Peanut Butter Cookies

Classic peanut butter cookies are soft, chewy, and filled with rich peanut butter flavor, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 95
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup peanut butter Natural peanut butter gives the best flavor.
  • 1 cup sugar Granulated sugar.
  • 1 large egg Egg provides moisture and binds the ingredients.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensures the cookies rise properly.
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and sugar.
  3. Beat in the egg, then add the baking soda and vanilla extract. Mix until everything is well combined and the dough is smooth.
  4. Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out the dough onto a prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
  5. Gently press down on each dough ball with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
Baking
  1. Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  2. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For thicker cookies, refrigerate the dough for about 30 minutes before baking. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.