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Best Ever Peanut Butter Cookies

Best Ever Peanut Butter Cookies

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Indulge in the nostalgia of homemade treats with these Best Ever Peanut Butter Cookies. Crispy on the outside and delightfully tender inside, each cookie is a perfect balance of nutty sweetness and chocolatey goodness thanks to the addition of Reese’s Pieces. Ideal for any occasion, from cozy nights at home to festive gatherings, this simple recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an easy choice for satisfying your cravings or impressing guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup smooth peanut butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup Reese's Pieces

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until fluffy.
  3. Mix in peanut butter until smooth.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
  6. Gently fold in Reese's Pieces.
  7. Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a lined cookie sheet with space between them.
  8. Bake for 9-12 minutes until tops are set and no longer shiny.
  9. Allow cooling on the sheet for 15 minutes before transferring to a rack.

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