Description
Peanut Butter Cookies are classic soft and chewy treats with a rich peanut flavor, made from simple ingredients and perfect for snacks or desserts.
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Optional: pinch of salt
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine peanut butter, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt (if using). Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on baking sheet.
- Flatten each ball with a fork, creating a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until cookies are set but still soft in the center.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Add 1/2 cup chocolate chips for extra indulgence.
- Use natural peanut butter, stirring well before measuring.
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free.
- Incorporate chopped peanuts or walnuts for added crunch.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Freeze dough balls or baked cookies for up to 3 months.
- Warm in microwave for 10 seconds to soften before serving.
- Chill dough before baking to prevent spreading.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or other spices for flavor variation.
- Use flax egg and vegan sugar to make vegan versions.
- Almond butter can be used as a substitute, but texture and flavor will differ.
- Cookies can be topped with chocolate drizzle if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
