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Soft and Chewy Classic Peanut Butter Cookies: Easy Recipe for Comfort Food

A stack of three soft peanut butter cookies, one broken in half to show the chewy interior, resting on a cooling rack.
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Make these classic peanut butter cookies for a soft, chewy, and comforting dessert. This easy recipe uses simple ingredients and is perfect for weeknight dessert ideas or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Use a fork to press down on each ball to create a crosshatch pattern, pressing once in one direction and then once perpendicular to the first press.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers still look soft.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra chewy peanut butter cookies, slightly underbake them; they will firm up as they cool.
  • If you prefer a more old-fashioned flavor, use a mix of light and dark brown sugar.
  • This recipe makes about 3 dozen cookies, ideal for weeknight dessert ideas or sharing.

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