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Thick and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe


  • Author: Julia Koch
  • Total Time: 1 minute
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Description

These thick and chewy peanut butter cookies are the ultimate comfort treat, filled with rich peanut flavor and a soft, satisfying bite. Perfect for bake sales, family gatherings, or just because, they offer a nostalgic taste that’s always welcome.


Ingredients

1 cup creamy peanut butter (not natural style)

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup light brown sugar, packed

1/2 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment.
  2. Cream together peanut butter, butter, and both sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Whisk together dry ingredients; gradually mix into wet ingredients.
  5. Scoop dough onto baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with fork.
  6. Bake 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers still soft.
  7. Cool on sheet 5 minutes, then transfer to rack.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10–12 minutes