Soft and Sweet Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe You’ll Love
This peanut butter cookies recipe features soft, chewy cookies that are easy to make and deliciously comforting.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- handheld mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- - Fork
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free blend.
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Use vegan butter for dairy-free.
- 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Natural or smooth varieties work best.
Instructions
How to Make Peanut Butter Cookies
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and kosher salt until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with light brown sugar and granulated sugar using a handheld mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Add the large eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the creamy peanut butter until fully combined and smooth.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the peanut butter blend. Beat just until combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Scoop the chilled dough into tablespoon-sized portions, spacing them 2 inches apart. Use a fork to press a crosshatch pattern on top. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden but still soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Enjoy warm with a sprinkle of sea salt for an added burst of flavor.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.