Soft, rich, and packed with peanut butter flavor, these cookies are the perfect nostalgic treat!

With a classic crisscross pattern and a chewy texture, they’re great for any occasion.

Ingredients

For the cookies:

½ cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup creamy peanut butter
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: In a bowl, cream together butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3: Mix in egg and vanilla until fully combined.

Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into wet ingredients until just combined.

Step 5: Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls, place on the baking sheet, and press with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.

Step 6: Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool for 5 minutes on the sheet, then transfer to a wire rack. Enjoy!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I use crunchy peanut butter?

Yes! It adds a bit of texture to the cookies.

2. Can I freeze the dough?

Absolutely! Freeze dough balls on a tray, then transfer to a bag and bake when needed.

3. How do I keep these cookies soft?

Store them in an airtight container with a slice of bread to retain moisture.

4. Can I make them gluten-free?

Yes! Swap all-purpose flour for a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.

5. Do I need to chill the dough?

Not for this recipe, but chilling can help enhance the flavor and texture.