Peanut butter cookies hold a special place in my heart, and I’m thrilled to share this simple yet delicious recipe with you. These cookies are perfect for any peanut butter lover and make for a delightful treat to enjoy with friends and family. Let’s dive into the details!
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour โ 180 g
- Baking powder โ 3/4 teaspoon
- Sea salt โ 1/2 teaspoon
- Unsalted butter โ 113 g (1/2 cup)
- Peanut butter โ 240 ml (1 cup)
- Light brown sugar โ 100 g (1/2 cup)
- White sugar โ 100 g (1/2 cup)
- Egg โ 1
- Vanilla extract โ splash
Directions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients
Combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and sea salt in a bowl. Whisk the mixture until well combined, then set aside. - Cream Butter and Peanut Butter
In another bowl, mix together the unsalted butter and peanut butter until smooth. This combination alone is tantalizing! - Add Sugars
To the peanut butter mixture, add the light brown sugar and white sugar. Mix until the sugars are fully integrated and the mixture is fluffy. - Incorporate Egg and Vanilla
Crack in the egg and add a splash of vanilla extract. Mix again until everything is well combined. - Combine With Dry Ingredients
Gradually add the flour mixture into the wet ingredients. Mix on low speed initially, then increase the speed until a dough forms. - Shape the Cookies
Scoop out 40 grams of dough (approximately 2 tablespoons) and roll into balls. Place on a baking sheet and press them down with a fork to create the classic crosshatch pattern. - Bake
Preheat your oven to 175ยฐC (350ยฐF) and bake the cookies for 9 to 10 minutes, or until they’re set but still look light. They’ll firm up as they cool.
Once cooled, these peanut butter cookies reveal a soft, chewy texture packed with that unmistakable peanut butter flavor. Enjoy them with a glass of milk, share with friends, or keep them handy for a quick sweet fix. Perfectly rustic or impeccably neat, these cookies are a treat either way!
