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Favorite Soft & Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies

Irresistibly Soft & Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies You’ll Love

These favorite soft & chewy peanut butter cookies blend rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 48 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Smooth Peanut Butter Use creamy brands like Jiff or Skippy.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter At room temperature.
  • 1 cup Dark Brown Sugar Light brown sugar can be substituted.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for real vanilla.
  • 2 large Large Eggs At room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt Optional flaky salt for garnish.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Properly measured.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, unsalted butter, dark brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for 4-5 minutes.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  4. Mix in baking powder, baking soda, and sea salt until just combined.
  5. Gradually add all-purpose flour and mix until no streaks of flour remain.
  6. Scoop dough into balls, roll in granulated sugar, and space them out on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 12-13 minutes until slightly underbaked in the center.
  8. Allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for about 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 110mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For perfect texture, avoid overmixing. Use creamy peanut butter for best results. Store cookies properly to maintain freshness.

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