Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Step 2: Beat in the peanut butter, vanilla extract, and eggs until well combined.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Step 4: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Place the balls onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Step 5: Use a fork to flatten each cookie dough ball, pressing down twice in a criss-cross pattern.
- Step 6: Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week to maintain their chewy texture.
- If you want a warm, melty treat, microwave a cookie for about 10 seconds – but watch closely to avoid burning.
- Serve these classic cookies with a tall glass of cold milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a nostalgic pairing.
- For a richer peanut butter flavor, use natural peanut butter, but be sure to stir it well before adding it to the batter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American