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A stack of thick, chewy peanut butter cookies with visible peanut chunks and a sprinkle of sea salt.

Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies

These chewy peanut butter cookies are soft in the center with perfectly set edges. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they’re a classic homemade treat everyone loves.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
  6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls.
  7. Place dough balls on the baking sheet and gently press with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
  8. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set and centers are soft.
  9. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle a little sugar on top before baking or add chocolate chips to the dough.