Description
This easy peanut butter cookie recipe requires just a few ingredients and delivers soft, chewy, and delicious cookies with a classic crisscross pattern. Perfect for peanut butter lovers, these cookies are quick to make and gluten-free (if using gluten-free peanut butter). Enjoy a warm batch in just 15 minutes!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda (optional, for extra texture)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, sugar, egg, vanilla, and baking soda. Stir until smooth.
- Roll the dough into small 1-inch balls and place them on the baking sheet.
- Use a fork to flatten each ball, creating a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges turn slightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Enjoy with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Notes
- For extra chewiness, slightly underbake the cookies.
- If using natural peanut butter, stir it well before measuring.
- Add a pinch of salt if your peanut butter is unsalted.
- For a chocolate twist, mix in chocolate chips or dip in melted chocolate.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
