Get ready to transform your kitchen into a cookie lover's paradise with the most irresistible peanut butter cookies you'll ever taste! These golden, soft, and incredibly delicious Jif Peanut Butter Cookies are about to become your new obsession. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this recipe promises to deliver restaurant-quality cookies that will have everyone begging for more. Prepare to unlock the secret to the most addictive, melt-in-your-mouth peanut butter cookies that will make you the star of every gathering!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup Jif peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your cookies bake evenly and come out perfectly golden.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of Jif peanut butter, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 cup of brown sugar. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed to blend these ingredients until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add 2 large eggs to the mixture, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. This helps to incorporate air into the dough, making your cookies light and fluffy.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, blending it into the mixture until fully combined. The vanilla adds a lovely depth of flavor to your cookies.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. This ensures that the dry ingredients are evenly distributed and helps to activate the baking soda.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the peanut butter mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- For a classic peanut butter cookie look, use a fork to gently press down on each dough ball, creating a crisscross pattern on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your irresistible Jif peanut butter cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- Room Temperature Magic: Ensure your eggs and peanut butter are at room temperature for the smoothest, most consistent dough.
- Don't Overmix: Mix your ingredients just until combined. Overmixing can lead to tough, dense cookies.
- Uniform Sizing: Use a cookie scoop for perfectly uniform cookies that bake evenly.
- Crisscross Technique: The classic fork pattern isn't just decorative - it helps the cookies cook more evenly and creates that iconic peanut butter cookie look.
- Cool Completely: Let cookies cool entirely on a wire rack to develop the perfect texture - crisp edges with a soft, chewy center.
- Storage Hack: Store in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep them soft for days.
- Flavor Boost: For an extra touch, sprinkle a little sea salt on top before baking to enhance the peanut butter flavor. Pro Tip: These cookies freeze beautifully! Prepare the dough, scoop into balls, and freeze. Bake directly from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes to the baking time for a fresh-baked treat anytime!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg
