Delicious Peanut Butter Christmas Cookies

These Peanut Butter Christmas Cookies are a holiday favorite and are perfect for cookie exchanges or as a sweet treat for your family. Made with creamy peanut butter and festive sprinkles, these cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with flavor. In just a few simple steps, you can whip up a batch of these delicious cookies and spread some holiday cheer.

Ingredients

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

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the peanut butter, softened butter, and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture and beat until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
5. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Using a small ice cream scoop or tablespoon, scoop out portions of dough and roll them into balls.
8. Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between them for spreading.
9. Flatten each cookie ball slightly with a fork, creating a criss-cross pattern.
10. Sprinkle festive sprinkles onto each cookie for a festive touch.
11. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
12. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
13. Once cooled, the cookies are ready to serve or can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.

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