My Favorite Soft & Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies: The Best Homemade Treat
These cookies are a perfect combination of soft and chewy, making them a favorite for any peanut butter lover. Enjoy the rich flavor with a glass of milk!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 20-22 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the peanut butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg, vanilla, baking soda, and salt. Stir until well combined.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a baking sheet.
- Flatten each ball slightly with a fork.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- For an extra touch, add chocolate chips or chopped peanuts to the dough.
- These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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