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My Favorite Soft & Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies

A delightful treat that perfectly balances the rich flavor of peanut butter and the sweetness of brown sugar.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup smooth peanut butter
  • 16 tablespoons unsalted butter Room temperature for best results.
  • 1 1/3 cups dark brown sugar Packed.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar For added sweetness and texture.
  • 1 tablespoon real vanilla extract Enhances the flavor profile.
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature helps in emulsifying the dough.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder For a slight lift in texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps cookies spread properly while baking.
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Forms the structure of the cookies.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar See Notes below recipe for additional sweetness.
  • sea salt flakes Optional, for sprinkling on top before baking.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the smooth peanut butter, room temperature unsalted butter, dark brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Use an electric mixer or a whisk to cream these ingredients together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in the real vanilla extract and eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking powder, baking soda, sea salt, and all-purpose flour until well combined. Gradually add this dry mixture to your wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets lined with parchment paper. Bake for about 12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
  6. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12g

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