Easy Simple Peanut Butter Cookies – The Sweet / Chewy Classic
The smell of warm, nutty peanut butter cookies, fresh from the oven, filling up your kitchen. After you've made our touch on the easy simple peanut butter cookies, each bite melts with the perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness, chewy in the center with a lightly crisp edge. Peanut butter cookies aren’t just desserts; they’re little bites of nostalgia, a treat that brings comfort, joy, and memories of home baking.
A Timeless Treat in Every Bite
What makes peanut butter cookies so irresistible? It’s the harmony of creamy peanut butter, brown sugar, and vanilla that creates a rich, tender texture. Simple to make but endlessly satisfying, these cookies are perfect for afternoon snacks, lunchboxes, or sharing with friends and family.
Why Easy Simple Peanut Butter Cookies Are Everyone’s Favorite to Make
Kids love their sweet, nutty taste, while adults appreciate their homemade charm and satisfying texture. Peanut butter cookies are quick, budget-friendly, and versatile. Want to make them even better? To take the flavor up a notch, you could add chocolate chips, drizzle on some melted chocolate, or sprinkle them with a little sea salt.
Our Secret to Perfect Peanut Butter Cookies
The key to the easy simple peanut butter cookies is balancing moisture and sugar. Using both granulated and brown sugar ensures a soft, chewy interior while giving a slight crispness on the edges. Chill the dough for a short time to prevent spreading and maintain shape.
Here’s Our Little Secret: Rest Before Baking
Allowing the dough to rest for 15–20 minutes before baking helps lock in moisture, giving cookies a soft center with just the right crunch.
✨ With this recipe, you don’t just bake cookies, you create warm, sweet, nutty memories in every bite. Love this easy simple peanut butter cookies dessert then see our list of sweets, here.
Best Season:
Suitable throughout the year, Spring, Summer, Winter
Description
Soft, chewy, and full of rich peanut butter flavor, these classic peanut butter cookies are a timeless treat. Perfect for any occasion, they’re easy to make and delightfully satisfying.
Ingredients
1cup (250 g) Creamy peanut butter
¾cup (150 g) Granulated sugar
¾cup (165 g) Brown sugar, packed
1large Egg
1tsp Vanilla extract
1 ½cups (190 g) All-purpose flour
1tsp Baking soda
½tsp Salt
Instructions
1
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and having a baking sheet with parchment paper ready.
2
Use a separate bowl to mix the flour, baking soda, and salt.
3
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
4
Place the peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl and mix until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and continue mixing until all is well combined.
5
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Place on prepared baking sheet 2 inches apart.
6
Flatten each ball slightly with a fork, creating a crisscross pattern.
7
Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
8
Once the cookies have baked, let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Subsequently, put them on a wire rack to completely cool off.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving
Calories190kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat11g17%
Saturated Fat4g20%
Cholesterol20mg7%
Sodium150mg7%
Potassium120mg4%
Total Carbohydrate20g7%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Sugars12g
Protein4g8%
Vitamin A 50 IU
Calcium 20 mg
Iron 0.7 mg
Vitamin D 2 IU
Vitamin E 1.2 IU
Vitamin K 0.5 mcg
Thiamin 0.05 mg
Riboflavin 0.04 mg
Niacin 1.2 mg
Vitamin B6 0.03 mg
Folate 8 mcg
Vitamin B12 0.1 mcg
Biotin 1 mcg
Pantothenic Acid 0.15 mg
Phosphorus 0.15 mg
Iodine 2 mcg
Magnesium 20 mg
Zinc 0.4 mg
Selenium 3 mcg
Copper 0.05 mg
Manganese 0.2 mg
Chromium 1 mcg
Molybdenum 2 mcg
Chloride 20 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Peanut butter cookies pair wonderfully with a glass of milk or hot chocolate. To preserve the cookies and make them stay fresh longer, store them in an airtight container. For extra indulgence, drizzle with melted chocolate or sandwich with jam for a twist on a classic favorite.
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Paislee and Roman
Food and Lifestyle Blogger
We're Paislee and Roman, a husband and wife team exploring the world one meal at a time. On our blog, every dish and market becomes a vibrant story. Our mission is to share these flavors and stories with you!
