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Classic Crispy-Tender Peanut Butter Cookies

A stack of golden brown peanut butter cookies with classic crisscross fork marks, served on a white plate.
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Follow this simple recipe for the best peanut butter cookies, achieving perfect crispy edges and soft, chewy centers every time. These are the homemade peanut butter cookies you need for your baking rotation.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Use a fork to press down on each ball, creating the classic crisscross pattern. Press once in one direction, then press again perpendicular to the first lines.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underdone.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra peanut flavor, use a natural, unsweetened peanut butter.
  • If your dough feels too soft, chill it for 15 minutes before rolling and pressing.
  • The cookies firm up as they cool, giving you that perfect crispy tender cookie texture.

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