Classic Soft Peanut Butter Cookies

Indulge in the delightful flavors of soft and chewy peanut butter cookies. This classic recipe is perfect for peanut butter lovers and cookie enthusiasts. These cookies have a perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness, melting in your mouth with each bite. Prepare them in just a few minutes and enjoy with a glass of cold milk or share them with your loved ones.

Ingredients

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

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the 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, salt, and baking soda.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture, mixing well after each addition.
6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Using a fork, gently press a crisscross pattern onto each dough ball, flattening them slightly.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Repeat the baking process with the remaining dough.
11. Serve and enjoy!

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