Ingredients
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- 1 cup creamy peanut butter (unsweetened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking soda
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: Before you start, ensure all your ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture. Measure out the peanut butter, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt. Stir until the mixture forms a thick, sticky dough. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies soft.
- Shape the Cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Flatten with a Fork: Use a fork to gently press down on each dough ball, creating a crisscross pattern. This helps the cookies bake evenly and gives them that classic peanut butter cookie look.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are just set. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- For extra-thick peanut butter cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Use natural peanut butter for a richer taste, but ensure it’s well-stirred.
- Don’t overbake—remove the cookies when the edges are just set for a soft center.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg