Description
These Easy Peanut Butter Cookies are a simple, quick treat perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with minimal ingredients. With a rich peanut butter flavor and a classic crisscross fork pattern on top, they bake up soft in the center and lightly crisp around the edges, making them a delightful homemade snack ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature by the time your cookie dough is ready.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
- Form Dough Balls: Roll the dough into small balls about one tablespoon each and place them evenly spaced on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Create Crisscross Pattern: Use a fork to gently flatten each dough ball, pressing down to make a traditional crisscross pattern on the top of each cookie.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, watching for the edges to set firmly while the centers remain soft.
- Cool Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, helping them set and making them easier to handle.
Notes
- Make sure to use creamy or crunchy peanut butter according to your texture preference; both work well.
- Do not overbake the cookies; they should be soft in the middle when you take them out, as they firm up while cooling.
- Using parchment paper or a silicone baking mat prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.
- For an extra touch, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top before baking to enhance flavor.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
