These peanut butter cookies are soft in the center, slightly crisp on the edges, and full of rich nutty flavor. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they’re quick to prepare and perfect for everyday baking or last-minute sweet cravings.
Prep Time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Bake Time: 10–12 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 18 cookies
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk or electric mixer
- Baking tray
- Parchment paper
- Fork (for crisscross pattern)
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
Ingredient Notes
- Peanut butter gives these cookies their rich, nutty flavor and soft texture
- Brown sugar adds moisture and chewiness
- Baking soda helps the cookies rise slightly
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix Ingredients
In a bowl, mix peanut butter, sugar, brown sugar, egg, vanilla, baking soda, and salt until smooth.
Step 3: Shape Cookies
Roll dough into small balls and place on baking tray.
Step 4: Create Pattern
Press each cookie gently with a fork in a crisscross pattern.
Step 5: Bake
Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
Step 6: Cool
Let cookies cool on tray for 5 minutes before transferring.
Nutrition Facts (Per Cookie Approx.)
- Calories: 120
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Sugar: 8g
Tips
- Don’t overbake—they continue to set after removing from oven
- Use natural peanut butter for a less sweet version
- Chill dough for thicker cookies
- Add chocolate chips for extra indulgence
Variations
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies
Add 2 tbsp cocoa powder to the dough.
Keto Version
Replace sugar with a low-carb sweetener.
Crunchy Style
Use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy.
Final Thoughts
These peanut butter cookies are simple, soft, and full of nostalgic flavor. With just a few ingredients, you get bakery-style cookies that are perfect for sharing—or keeping all to yourself.
