Soft Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies
Indulge in the ultimate dessert with these Soft Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies. Each bite reveals a rich peanut butter flavor complemented by a delightful softness and a hint of crunch from roasted peanuts. Perfect for any gathering or just as a sweet treat at home, these cookies are sure to impress friends and family alike. With an easy-to-follow recipe that suits all skill levels, you can whip up a batch in no time. Enjoy them fresh from the oven, pair them with milk, or turn them into delicious ice cream sandwiches. Get ready to elevate your baking game!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup sugar (plus 2 tablespoons for topping)
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt (optional)
- 1 cup roasted salted peanuts (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract, then fold in the peanut butter until smooth.
- Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; gradually mix into the wet mixture. Fold in chopped peanuts.
- Chill dough for at least one hour, then preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Shape dough into balls, roll in sugar, place on parchment-lined baking sheets, and press with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 10–13 minutes until edges are golden; let cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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