Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies
Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies are a nostalgic treat that brings back childhood memories with every bite. These classic cookies feature a rich peanut butter flavor and a soft, crumbly texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying with a glass of milk, they are simple to make and irresistibly delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and peanut butter until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg until fully incorporated.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheets and create crisscross patterns with a fork.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Let cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg