Easy Peanut Butter Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup of all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 3/4 cup of creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup of packed light brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
3. In a large bowl, beat together the peanut butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla until combined, about 1 minute.
5. Beat in the flour mixture until just combined.
6. Drop tablespoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared cookie sheets, about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Peanut butter cookies were first developed in the United States in the late 1800s.
• The cookies are often served with a glass of cold milk.
• Peanut butter cookies are popular for bake sales and other fundraisers.