Peanut Butter Cookies
In this recipe, we merge the simple delight of sugar cookies with the complexity of chocolate chip treats, creating a batch of peanut butter cookies that offer a perfect blend of sweet and savory. As we dive into this baking adventure, we uncover a secret tip that could elevate your cookies from good to unforgettable, promising a journey filled with rich, nutty flavors and chewy textures.
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cooking Time
10 minutes
Servings
This recipe makes 24 cookies.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup (113g)
- Creamy peanut butter: 1 cup (250ml)
- White sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)
- Brown sugar: 1/2 cup (packed) (110g)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/2 cups (312.5g)
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon (4g)
- Baking soda: 1/2 teaspoon (2g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2g)
- Chocolate chips (optional): 1/2 cup (90g)
- Chopped peanuts (optional for variation): 1/4 cup (35g)
Method
- Cream together butter, peanut butter, and sugars until smooth.
- Beat in eggs and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture.
- Fold in chocolate chips if using.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Form dough into balls and place on a baking sheet lined with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper.
- Press down on the dough balls with a fork to create a criss-cross pattern.
- Bake for 7 to 10 minutes, or until edges start to turn golden brown.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
By following this simple yet classic recipe, you’ve created delectable peanut butter cookies with a perfect chew and irresistible criss-cross marks. These cookies are not only a treat to the taste buds but also store beautifully, allowing you to savor the peanut buttery goodness anytime. With the tips and variations provided, you’re well-prepared to impress with your baking skills.
Nutritional Information (Approx)
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 24mg
- Sodium: 150mg
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 12g
- Protein: 4g