School Cafeteria Peanut Butter Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the peanut butter, brown sugar, egg, baking soda, salt, and vanilla extract until combined.
3. Using a teaspoon, scoop out the dough and roll into 1-inch balls. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, pressing down slightly to flatten.
4. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown. Allow to cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Peanut butter cookies were first created in the late 19th century.
• Peanut butter cookies are a popular snack in schools, as they require few ingredients and are easy to make.
• Peanut butter is a great source of protein, so these cookies make for a healthy snack.