Description
Gourmet Thick Peanut Butter Cookies are the ultimate indulgence for cookie lovers. Soft and chewy on the inside with a delightful crunch on the outside, these cookies are packed with rich, nutty flavor that evokes childhood memories of baking in cozy kitchens. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or paired with a glass of milk, each bite offers an irresistible taste experience that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until combined.
- Gradually mix in peanut butter until well incorporated.
- Fold in the dry ingredients until just combined; do not overmix. If desired, stir in chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers appear slightly underbaked.
- Allow cooling on the sheets before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg