Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies
These chewy peanut butter cookies are soft, slightly crispy on the edges, and bursting with rich, nutty flavor, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter (unsweetened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts Optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of creamy peanut butter, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
- Crack in the large egg and mix until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together 1 teaspoon of baking soda and 1/4 teaspoon of salt, then incorporate into the wet mixture until just combined.
- If you're adding chocolate chips or nuts, fold them in at this stage.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space for spreading.
- Gently flatten each ball with a fork, creating a crisscross pattern.
Baking
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden and the centers appear set.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender. Chill dough for about 30 minutes if possible for enhanced flavor.