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Soft Peanut Butter Cookies

Soft and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies

These soft peanut butter cookies are easy to make and incredibly delicious. The perfect balance of sweet and nutty makes them a family favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter (2 sticks), softened
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar
  • 1 cup Packed Light Brown Sugar
  • 2 Large Eggs
  • 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Salt

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Baking Sheets
  • Fork
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and peanut butter until smooth and creamy.
  3. Gradually add the granulated sugar and brown sugar, beating until well combined.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  7. Use a fork to flatten each cookie slightly, making a criss-cross pattern.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra flavor, add ½ cup of chocolate chips to the dough. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.