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Soft Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe

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These soft peanut butter cookies are delightfully tender with a rich peanut butter flavor and just the right amount of sweetness. Perfectly chewy with a slight crisp at the edges, they are an easy-to-make treat ideal for snacking or dessert. Made with simple pantry staples, these cookies come together quickly and bake to bakery-level softness every time.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, creamy peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy and smooth. Then add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Use a cookie scoop to portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each dough ball about 2 inches apart. Slightly flatten each cookie with a fork using a crisscross pattern to create the signature look and help them bake evenly.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes until the edges are set and the centers still appear slightly soft. Avoid overbaking to ensure softness.
  6. Finishing Touches: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes so they firm up before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely without breaking.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve these warm soft peanut butter cookies with a glass of milk or enjoy them as a comforting snack anytime.

Notes

  • Use creamy peanut butter for best texture and soft cookies; natural peanut butter can lead to crumbly results.
  • Do not overbake as the cookies will continue to cook on the baking sheet after removal from the oven.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to maintain their softness for longer.

Keywords: Soft Peanut Butter Cookies, Easy Peanut Butter Cookies, Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies, Homemade Cookies, Peanut Butter Dessert

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