Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies
Craving a classic sweet treat with a nutty twist? These chewy peanut butter cookies are the perfect solution! Soft on the inside with a slight crunch on the edges, each bite delivers a delightful burst of peanut butter flavor.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 cup sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, cream together the softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed for about 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add the peanut butter to the mixture and mix for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined and clump-free.
- Add in the flour, salt, and baking soda. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Scoop out the dough and portion it into 16 cookie dough balls. Roll each ball in sugar and place it onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Using a fork, gently flatten each cookie, creating a crisscross pattern by turning the fork and pressing in the opposite direction.
- Bake for 10 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden brown and firm on the edges.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies set on the baking sheet for 3-4 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.