Description
Indulge in the delightful Softest Peanut Butter Cookies that melt in your mouth. These cookies are wonderfully soft, sweet, and packed with rich peanut butter flavor—perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re baking for a party, sharing with friends, or treating yourself, these cookies are sure to impress. With their easy preparation and customizable options, you’ll find that this recipe not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also becomes a favorite in your kitchen repertoire. Try adding chocolate chips or nuts for an extra twist!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar; whisk until well mixed.
- Add creamy peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract; mix thoroughly until combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are slightly golden; cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg