Peanut butter cookies are one of the easiest and most satisfying homemade treats. With their rich nutty flavor, soft centers, and slightly crisp edges, these cookies are perfect for tea-time snacks, desserts, or quick cravings. This recipe is inspired by classic baking methods and uses simple pantry ingredients to give you bakery-style results at home.
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup peanut butter
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup white sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder
👉 These ingredients are commonly used in traditional peanut butter cookie recipes for a soft, chewy texture and balanced sweetness.
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👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough
In a mixing bowl, cream together butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth and fluffy.
2. Add Wet Ingredients
Mix in the egg and vanilla extract. Beat until fully combined.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add this to the wet mixture and mix until a dough forms.
4. Chill the Dough (Optional)
Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes for better texture and easier shaping.
5. Shape Cookies
Roll dough into small balls (about 1–1.5 inches). Place them on a lined baking tray.
6. Create Classic Pattern
Use a fork to press a criss-cross pattern on each cookie. This helps flatten the dough for even baking.
7. Bake
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
8. Cool & Serve
Let cookies cool on a rack. They will firm up while cooling and stay soft inside.
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🍪 Tips for Perfect Cookies
- Do not overbake, slightly underbaked centers keep cookies soft.
- Use creamy peanut butter for smoother texture.
- Chill dough if it feels sticky.
- Add chocolate chips or nuts for variation.
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🥗 Nutritional Information (Approx. per cookie)
- Calories: ~130–180 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~15 g
- Fat: ~8 g
- Protein: ~3–4 g
👉 Peanut butter cookies are calorie-dense due to fats and sugars, with nearly equal proportions of carbs and fats.
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🍽️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy beginner-friendly recipe
- Uses basic ingredients
- Rich peanut flavor
- Perfect balance of soft and crisp texture
- Ready in under 30 minutes
