Delicious and Easy Light and Soft Peanut Butter Cookies

These light and soft peanut butter cookies are perfect for any occasion. They are made with a combination of creamy peanut butter, butter, sugar, and vanilla extract, resulting in a rich and flavorful cookie. The cookies have a soft and chewy texture, and they are perfect for peanut butter lovers. They are easy to make and require only a few simple ingredients. Enjoy these delicious cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee.

Ingredients

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

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the peanut butter, softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until smooth.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture and beat until well combined.
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 peanut butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
6. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Gently press down on each cookie with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges.
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.

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