Description
These Thick and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies are a delightful treat combining the rich flavors of creamy peanut butter and a perfect balance of sweetness. Soft in the center with golden edges, these cookies offer a nostalgic texture and classic taste, ideal for any peanut butter lover looking for a simple yet irresistible homemade dessert.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 eggs
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get it ready for baking the cookies.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, creamy peanut butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next to create a consistent batter.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda to evenly distribute the leavening agents.
- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Shape Dough: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet to allow room for spreading.
- Create Crisscross Pattern: Flatten each dough ball gently with a fork, pressing to make a classic crisscross pattern on top of each cookie.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown while the centers remain slightly soft to maintain chewiness.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes to set before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring they hold their shape and texture.
Notes
- Do not overbake to keep the cookies chewy and soft in the center.
- Use creamy peanut butter for a smoother texture; chunky peanut butter can alter the cookie consistency.
- Allow the butter to soften completely before creaming to achieve a light and fluffy dough.
- Space cookies adequately on the baking sheet to avoid merging.
- For a slightly richer flavor, you can use dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.
