Description
These Best Peanut Butter Cookies are a dream come true for peanut butter lovers — soft in the center, lightly crisped on the edges, and packed with rich, nutty flavor. Whether you’re looking for a quick snack, easy dessert, or classic addition to your holiday cookie box, this easy recipe delivers every time. It’s one of my go-to food ideas for potlucks and a perfect option for breakfast ideas or quick treats. If you’re into healthy snack alternatives, you can also try it with a sugar substitute or whole wheat flour for a twist.
Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
2. Add peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully incorporated.
5. Cover and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
6. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheet.
8. Press each ball with a fork in a crisscross pattern to flatten slightly.
9. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are golden and centers are just set.
10. Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use only creamy, processed peanut butter for best texture.
Chilling the dough helps prevent overspreading during baking.
Undercook slightly and allow to set while cooling for chewy centers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: easy dessert, peanut butter cookies, holiday cookies, quick snacks, cookie recipe