Peanut Butter Cookies
To make Peanut Butter Cookies, cream butter and sugar, fold in peanut butter, brown sugar, and egg, and bake only until the edges set so the centers stay tender. They work because the center gets pulled while it still has a little give left in it.
These peanut butter cookies cream the butter and sugar properly, then fold in real peanut butter for a cookie with deep, nutty flavor in every bite. Classic criss-cross marks optional, but recommended.
They're a good treat for a lunchbox or an afternoon snack. Pull them from the oven while the edges are just set so the centers stay soft.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 to 1 1/2 cups peanut butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon egg
Instructions
- 1Heat the oven to 350°F and line sheet pans with parchment.
- 2Cream the butter and sugars until lighter and fluffy, then beat in the eggs and vanilla.
- 3Whisk the dry ingredients separately and mix them into the butter mixture just until combined.
- 4Fold in the peanut butter and brown sugar.
- 5Scoop onto the trays and bake until the edges set and the centers still look slightly soft.
- 6Cool on the pan briefly before moving so the cookies finish setting without drying out.
Pro Tips
- Slightly underbaked centers finish perfectly as they cool.
- Use parchment for better spread and less sticking.
- A sprinkle of flaky salt fixes a lot of sweet cookie problems.
Substitutions
Storage Instructions
Store airtight at room temperature for 4 days.
Make Ahead
Scoop the dough ahead and chill or freeze it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make Peanut Butter Cookies ahead of time?
Yes. Scoop the dough ahead and chill or freeze it.
How do I store leftover Peanut Butter Cookies?
Store airtight at room temperature for 4 days.
Can I freeze Peanut Butter Cookies?
Usually yes. Cool it completely, pack it well, and freeze for up to 2 months if the texture of the dish supports it.
What should I serve with Peanut Butter Cookies?
Peanut Butter Cookies is great with coffee, tea, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream if the dessert wants something cold beside it.