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Classic Peanut Butter Cookies

A close-up stack of delicious peanut butter cookies, sprinkled with sea salt, showing classic fork marks.
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Bake a batch of soft, melt-in-your-mouth peanut butter cookies with that nostalgic crisscross fork pattern. These easy cookies are perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and peanut butter until smooth.
  3. Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar to the butter mixture and beat until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Use a fork to press a crisscross pattern onto the top of each cookie.
  9. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can use crunchy peanut butter.
  • If you prefer a chewier cookie, slightly underbake them.
  • Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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