Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe
Whether baking for a special occasion or just craving a comforting homemade cookie, this Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe will surely become a favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour (180 grams)
- 1/2 cup Butter unsalted, room temp (113 grams)
- 1 cup Peanut butter (250 grams)
- 1/2 cup Brown sugar (100 grams) lightly packed
- 1/2 cup Sugar (100 grams)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract 5mL
- 1 Egg large, room temperature
- 3/4 teaspoon Baking powder (3 grams)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder, then whisk to combine.
- In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
- Optional: Add ¼–½ teaspoon of sea salt for a hint of extra flavor.
- Mix in the peanut butter until fully incorporated.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture, mixing just until everything is incorporated.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Use a fork to gently flatten each ball, creating a criss-cross pattern on top.
- Bake for about 10 minutes, or until the edges turn a light golden color.
- Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet to set properly.