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The BEST Peanut Butter Cookies

Creamy, delectable peanut butter cookies that evoke nostalgia and deliver an explosion of flavor in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup peanut butter Creamy or crunchy, based on preference.
  • 1 cup brown sugar Can substitute with regular granulated sugar.
  • 1 large egg Room temperature for better mixing.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract For added flavor.
  • ½ tsp baking soda Leavening agent for texture.
  • a pinch salt Enhances flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine the peanut butter, brown sugar, egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt. Mix until smooth.
  3. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each.
  4. Using a fork, press down each cookie to create a crisscross design.
Baking
  1. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown. The centers may seem underdone.
  2. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze for up to three months.