Description
This recipe showcases a classic peanut butter dessert that balances rich flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt. Mix until well incorporated.
- Using a cookie scoop, portion the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Flatten each ball slightly with a fork, creating a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use natural peanut butter.
- Experiment with different sugars for varying sweetness.
- Try adding chocolate chips or chopped nuts for texture.
- Store in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: peanut butter, cookies, dessert, baking