Best Peanut Butter Cookies Ever

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Optional: 1/2 cup chopped peanuts

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

10-12 minutes

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Fold in the chopped peanuts if desired.
7. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned and the centers are set.
9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

Per cookie (without peanuts):

• Calories: 180
• Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 35mg
• Sodium: 110mg
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Soft and chewy with a crispy exterior
• Bursting with peanut butter flavor
• Rich and satisfying

User Comments:

• "These are the best peanut butter cookies I've ever had! They have the perfect balance of sweetness and peanuttiness."
• "I love how easy these cookies are to make, and they always turn out perfectly."
• "I added chopped peanuts to the dough for extra crunch, and it took them to the next level!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• For a softer cookie, bake for 10 minutes. For a crispier cookie, bake for 12 minutes.
• Do not overmix the dough, as this will result in tough cookies.
• If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time.
• If the dough is too dry, add a little more peanut butter, 1 tablespoon at a time.
• Let the cookies cool completely before storing in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.