Description
These Thick & Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies are the kind that stop conversations mid-sentence. With a golden, crisp edge and a soft, fudgy center that melts in your mouth, they redefine comfort baking. Inspired by childhood memories and perfected through years of tweaking, this recipe captures everything you love about peanut butter—rich, nutty, and deeply satisfying. No dry, crumbly cookies here—just pure, chewy bliss that’ll make your kitchen smell like heaven.
Ingredients
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1 cup creamy peanut butter (Jif or Skippy for best results)
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup packed brown sugar
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½ cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking soda
Instructions
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Preheat & Prep
Heat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. -
Cream the Base
Beat peanut butter, butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar for 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy. -
Add Wet Ingredients
Mix in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla. Scrape the bowl to ensure everything’s combined. -
Add Dry Ingredients
Whisk together flour and baking soda. Add to the wet mixture, stirring just until no streaks of flour remain. (Don’t overmix!) -
Scoop & Shape
Roll dough into 1½-inch balls. Place 2 inches apart on baking sheets. Flatten slightly with your palm, then press a criss-cross pattern using a fork dipped in sugar. -
Bake & Cool
Bake 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden but centers still look soft. Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a rack.
Notes
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Chill dough for 15–20 minutes for thicker cookies.
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Add chocolate chips or flaky sea salt for a flavor upgrade.
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Store with a slice of bread to keep cookies soft for days.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 210 Cal Per Serving