Quick Peanut Butter Cookies

These quick peanut butter cookies are the perfect treat for any peanut butter lover. Made with just a few simple ingredients, these homemade cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with peanut butter flavor. They can be whipped up in no time and are guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth. Enjoy them with a glass of milk or a cup of hot chocolate.

Ingredients

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt. Stir until well combined.
3. Shape the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
4. Roll each ball in granulated sugar until coated and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between each cookie.
5. Using a fork, press down lightly on each cookie to create a crisscross pattern.
6. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until golden brown around the edges.
7. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Once cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container.
9. Serve and enjoy!

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