peanut butter cookies
These classic peanut butter cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with rich peanut flavor, making them a perfect homemade treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Add baking soda and salt, and stir until fully incorporated into the dough.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Flatten each ball gently with a fork, creating a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For extra flavor, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top before baking or add chocolate chips to the dough for a peanut butter-chocolate twist.