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Old Fashioned Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies

Delightfully chewy peanut butter cookies with a warm, nutty flavor and a perfect balance of sweetness, ideal for sharing over a cozy gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs Make sure they are at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Spoon and level the flour instead of scooping directly from the bag.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, sugar, and brown sugar. Mix until creamy and smooth.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, letting each incorporate fully before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking soda, salt, and flour. Gradually add this dry mixture to your peanut butter mixture. Stir until combined, but avoid overmixing.
  5. Scoop small portions of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Flatten each cookie with the back of a fork, creating a criss-cross pattern.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Allow the cookies to cool on the tray for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week. Dough can be frozen for longer storage. To reheat, microwave for 10-15 seconds or place in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for a few minutes.