Perfect Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe You'll Crave Again!
This peanut butter cookies recipe is quick, easy, and delicious, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- - Stand mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- medium bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter room temperature
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar lightly packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
How to Make Peanut Butter Cookies
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder in a medium bowl.
- Cream the unsalted butter and both sugars together in a stand mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add the creamy peanut butter and mix until thoroughly combined.
- Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract, beat to blend, then add the sifted flour mixture.
- Roll the dough into one-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Flatten the cookie balls with a fork to create a criss-cross pattern.
- Bake for about 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool the cookies on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Optional: Serve warm with a glass of milk.