Get ready to transform your baking game with the most mouthwatering peanut butter cookies you've ever tasted! These classic American treats are about to become your new obsession - imagine biting into a cookie so perfectly soft and chewy that it melts in your mouth, delivering a rich, nutty flavor that'll have everyone begging for your secret recipe. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, these incredibly simple yet spectacular cookies are guaranteed to impress and satisfy your sweet tooth in just 25 minutes!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and baking soda. Mix thoroughly using a wooden spoon or electric mixer until all ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading during baking.
- Gently press down on each cookie ball with a fork, creating a classic crisscross pattern. This not only creates the traditional peanut butter cookie look but also helps the cookies flatten slightly.
- Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers appear set but still soft.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. This allows them to firm up slightly and makes them easier to transfer.
- Carefully transfer the cookies to a wire cooling rack using a thin spatula. Allow them to cool completely, which will help them achieve the perfect soft and chewy texture.
- Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients for smoother mixing and better cookie texture.
- Choose a creamy, high-quality peanut butter for the most consistent results.
- Don't overmix the dough - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep cookies tender.
- Use a fork for the classic crisscross pattern, but dip it in sugar to prevent sticking.
- Watch your baking time carefully - these cookies can quickly go from perfectly golden to overdone.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to help them set and prevent breaking.
- For extra indulgence, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top before baking for a flavor boost.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain that irresistible soft and chewy texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 110kcal
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 10mg
