Classic Peanut Butter Cookies

Learn how to make delicious, melt-in-your-mouth peanut butter cookies with this classic recipe. These cookies are perfect for any occasion and are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. With a crunchy exterior and a soft, chewy interior, these homemade treats are a crowd favorite!

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup peanut butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
7. Gently press down on each ball of dough with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
8. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.

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