Delicious Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe
Ingredients:
1 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped peanuts for added texture
Instructions:
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix until smooth and well combined. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until fully incorporated.
Add Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking soda, salt, and flour. Gradually add the dry mixture to the peanut butter mixture, stirring until just combined. If using, fold in the chocolate chips or chopped peanuts.
Shape the Cookies: Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to portion out the dough and roll it into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
Flatten and Crisscross: Using a fork, gently press down on each cookie to flatten it slightly, then create a crisscross pattern on top by pressing down in the opposite direction.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look a little underbaked, but they will firm up as they cool.
Cool: Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy: Once cooled, enjoy your delicious peanut butter cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!