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Peanut Butter Cookies

Peanut Butter Cookies: 4 Easy Ingredients for Pure Bliss

Discover the perfect recipe for chewy, delicious peanut butter cookies made with just 4 simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar provides sweetness and helps form structure
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter opt for brands like Skippy or Jif
  • 1 large Egg acts as a binder
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract optional but recommended for flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Stand mixer
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, peanut butter, large egg, and vanilla extract using a stand mixer or hand mixer. Blend for about 8-10 minutes until thoroughly mixed.
  3. Using a 1-tablespoon cookie scoop, portion out the dough and roll into balls. Place on prepared baking sheet with 2 inches apart.
  4. Gently flatten each cookie ball with a fork, creating a criss-cross pattern on top.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the cookies lose their shine.
  6. Let the cookies rest for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. Move the cookies onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to use the right type of peanut butter for the best texture in your cookies. Allowing the cookies to cool is crucial for maintaining chewiness.

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