Learn how to make the most delicious and easy peanut butter cookies with this simple recipe. These cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with peanut butter flavor. Perfect for any occasion or as an indulgent treat. With just a few basic ingredients, you can create these mouthwatering cookies in no time. So grab your apron and get ready to bake!
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed 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
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the peanut butter, softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- Using a fork, gently press down on each cookie to create a crisscross pattern.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, the cookies are ready to be enjoyed! Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
