Amber's Peanut Butter Cookies: The Perfect Combination of Crunchy and Chewy

These homemade peanut butter cookies are an absolute treat for peanut butter lovers. They have a perfect balance of crunchy edges and chewy centers that will have you reaching for seconds. With just a few simple ingredients, these cookies are easy to make and will satisfy your sweet tooth cravings. Get ready to indulge in the ultimate peanut butter experience!

Ingredients

• 1 cup of creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1 and 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the peanut butter, softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl, continuing to mix until smooth and creamy.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until fully incorporated.
6. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
7. Gently press down on each dough ball with a fork, creating a crisscross pattern.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once cooled, store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
11. Enjoy these delicious homemade peanut butter cookies with a glass of milk or as a sweet treat any time of the day!

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