Ingredients:
Half a cup of butter.
Half a cup of peanut butter.
Half a cup of granulated sugar.
Half a cup of brown sugar.
1 egg.
1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
1 1/4 cups of sifted flour.
3/4 tsp. of baking soda.
1/4 teaspoon of salt.
Instructions:
Step 1
To begin, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C), then, combine the first six ingredients in a mixing bowl.
Step 2
After combining the first six ingredients, proceed to add the remaining ingredients to the mixture, then mix very well till all of the elements are properly incorporated.
Step 3
Shape the dough into balls and press them with a sugar or flour-dipped fork.
Step 4
Place the baking sheet with the cookie dough into the preheated oven and bake for approximately 12 to 15 minutes. Keep an eye on them and remove them from the oven when they are lightly browned.
Step 5
Once out of the oven, let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. This allows them to firm up a bit before transferring them to a cooling rack. Afterward, allow the cookies to cool completely on the rack.
Short Tips for Perfect Peanut Butter Cookies:
Creamy peanut butter works best for a smooth texture and better consistency.
Measure your ingredients accurately for precise results.
Chill the dough before baking to prevent excessive spreading.
Watch the cookies closely while baking to avoid overbaking.
Allow the cookies to chill at the baking sheet earlier than moving to a twine rack.
Variations to Try:
– Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookies: Add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips to the dough.
– Peanut Butter and Jelly Thumbprint Cookies: Make indentations in the dough and fill it with your favorite jam.
– Peanut Butter Blossoms: Press a chocolate kiss into each cookie after baking.
– Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies: Add 1/2 to 1 cup of rolled oats to the dough.
– Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Cookies: Use a gluten-free flour blend instead of regular flour.
Enjoy, and have a nice day!!
