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Easy Peanut Butter Cookies

Classic, soft, and chewy peanut butter cookies with the traditional crisscross pattern.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.75 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and peanut butter until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the egg until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just blended.
  • Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Flatten each ball with a fork, making a crisscross pattern.
  • Bake for 9 to 10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
  • Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.