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Soft and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies

Delicious 5-Ingredient Soft and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies


  • Author: Emily Parker
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 18 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These soft and chewy peanut butter cookies are packed with rich peanut flavor and have the perfect texture. They are simple to make with just a few ingredients and no flour needed.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup (250g) smooth peanut butter – The peanutty goodness of these cookies.
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar – Just the right amount of sweetness.
  • 1 large egg – To hold everything together and make them chewy.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda – To make them rise slightly and soft.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract – For extra flavor and a hint of vanilla.
  • Pinch of salt (optional) – To bring out the flavors.
  • Extra granulated sugar for rolling (optional) – For a sparkly crunch on the outside.

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, sugar, egg, baking soda, vanilla extract, and salt (if using). Mix until smooth.
  3. Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls. Roll each ball in extra sugar if desired.
  4. Place dough balls on the baking sheet and flatten slightly with a fork in a criss-cross pattern.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring.

Notes

  • Use smooth peanut butter for the best texture.
  • Do not overbake to keep them soft and chewy.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: peanut butter cookies, chewy cookies, easy dessert, no flour cookies