Delicious Peanut Butter Snickerdoodles Recipe

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These peanut butter snickerdoodles are a delightful combination of creamy peanut butter and the cinnamon sugar goodness of a traditional snickerdoodle. They are chewy, soft, and full of flavor, making them the perfect treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for rolling)

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
  6. In a small bowl, mix together the 1/4 cup granulated sugar and cinnamon for rolling.
  7. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and roll each ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  8. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set but still soft in the center.
  10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

  • Snickerdoodles are a classic American cookie known for their soft and chewy texture.
  • Peanut butter adds a rich and creamy flavor to these traditional cookies.
  • The combination of cinnamon sugar and peanut butter makes these cookies irresistible.