Peanut butter cookies 

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Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  2. Cream the butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add peanut butter, egg, and vanilla: Add the creamy peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until well combined.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Mix wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Form dough balls: Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Make criss-cross pattern: Use a fork to gently press down on each dough ball in a criss-cross pattern to flatten slightly.
  8. Bake the cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  9. Cool and enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely. Enjoy these classic peanut butter cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage!
  10. Store leftovers: Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to several days. They also freeze well for longer storage.
  11. These classic peanut butter cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with peanut butter flavor. They’re perfect for enjoying as a sweet treat any time of day!

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