Peanut butter cookies

Indulge in the rich and nutty flavor of our homemade peanut butter cookies! This easy recipe combines creamy peanut butter, buttery goodness, and crunchy peanuts to create the perfect treat. Ideal for sharing or savoring on your own. Bake a batch today!

  • 31 Jan 2025
  • Cook time 15 min
  • Prep time 25 min
  • 12 Servings
  • 7 Ingredients

Peanut butter cookies

Peanut butter cookies are a timeless treat loved by many. With their delightful crunch and rich, nutty flavor, they make for a perfect snack or dessert. Whether you're an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, this simple yet delicious recipe will guide you through making the perfect batch of peanut butter cookies.

Ingredients:

1 cup butter
220g
1/2 cup brown sugar
120g
1 tsp vanilla extract
4g
1/2 cup peanut butter
120g
1.50 cups all-purpose white wheat flour
190g
1 cup self-raising flour
150g
1 cup peanuts
150g

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent the cookies from sticking.
2. Prepare the Wet Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar using an electric mixer or by hand with a whisk until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the vanilla extract and continue to beat until well combined.
- Add the peanut butter to the bowl and mix until fully incorporated and creamy.
3. Incorporate the Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually stir in the all-purpose white wheat flour and the self-raising flour into the wet mixture. You can do this in parts to make it easier to blend.
- Mix until just combined. Do not over-mix as this could make the cookies tough.
4. Add the Peanuts:
- Gently fold in the peanuts until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
5. Shape the Cookies:
- Use a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop to portion out the dough, rolling each portion into a ball. Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Press each dough ball down lightly with a fork in a crisscross pattern to flatten them slightly, giving them the traditional peanut butter cookie appearance.
6. Bake:
- Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still slightly soft. Rotate the baking sheets halfway through for even baking.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Serve and Store:
- Once completely cooled, enjoy your delicious peanut butter cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of tea!
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Tips:

- Use room temperature butter to ensure it creams well with the sugar.

- For a softer cookie, reduce the baking time slightly and keep an eye on them to avoid over-baking.

- Feel free to add chocolate chips or a sprinkle of sea salt on top for an extra flavor twist.

- Use a cookie scoop to ensure uniform-sized cookies, which will bake evenly.

- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Congratulations! You've successfully made a batch of delicious peanut butter cookies. These cookies are perfect for sharing with friends and family or simply enjoying with a glass of milk. Store them in an airtight container to keep them fresh, and savor the satisfying taste of homemade goodness whenever you like.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size80 grams
Energy
Calories 410kcal20%
Protein
Protein 9g6%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 36g10%
Fiber 2.37g6%
Sugar 11g11%
Fat
Fat 27g31%
Saturated 10g34%
Cholesterol 44mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 140ug15%
Choline 20mg3%
Vitamin B1 0.18mg15%
Vitamin B2 0.04mg3%
Vitamin B3 3.24mg20%
Vitamin B6 0.10mg6%
Vitamin B9 45ug11%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 0.00mg0%
Vitamin E 1.92mg13%
Vitamin K 1.40ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 33mg3%
Copper, Cu 0.25mg28%
Iron, Fe 1.15mg10%
Magnesium, Mg 50mg12%
Phosphorus, P 120mg10%
Potassium, K 200mg6%
Selenium, Se 7ug13%
Sodium, Na 50mg3%
Zinc, Zn 0.99mg9%
Water
Water 7g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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