Delicious Soft and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe

These soft and chewy peanut butter cookies are a classic favorite that is perfect for any occasion. With a rich peanut butter flavor and a chewy texture, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. They are easy to make and require simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.

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 and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the peanut butter, butter, granulated sugar, and 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 flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
7. Using a fork, flatten each cookie and create a crisscross pattern on top.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

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