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Classic Peanut Butter Cookies

A close-up stack of four classic peanut butter cookies with the traditional fork crosshatch pattern.
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A foolproof recipe for soft, chewy peanut butter cookies with the signature crisscross pattern, delivering rich peanut butter flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and peanut butter until smooth.
  3. Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar to the butter mixture. Beat until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the baking soda, baking powder, salt, and flour.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Use a fork dipped in sugar to press a crisscross pattern onto the top of each cookie.
  9. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still slightly soft.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra peanut flavor, use chunky peanut butter.
  • If your dough seems too soft, chill it for 30 minutes before rolling into balls.
  • For a softer cookie, bake for the shorter end of the time range.

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