Description
These Thick and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies are the perfect combination of a rich, nutty flavor and a soft, chewy texture. Made with creamy peanut butter and a blend of white and brown sugars, these cookies offer a delightful sweetness and a satisfying bite that will please any cookie lover.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 eggs
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it is at the perfect temperature for baking your cookies evenly.
- Cream Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, creamy peanut butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined to create a rich base.
- Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next to maintain a smooth dough consistency.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Shape Cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, placing them 2 inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet to allow for spreading during baking.
- Flatten and Pattern: Flatten each dough ball with a fork, creating a classic crisscross pattern to give the cookies their signature look and even thickness.
- Bake Cookies: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown while the centers remain slightly soft for the perfect chewy texture.
- Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring they set without becoming hard.
Notes
- For a crunchier texture, bake an additional 2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to keep cookies tender and chewy.
- Using natural peanut butter will alter the texture and flavor; creamy peanut butter is recommended.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days for maximum freshness.
