Favorite Peanut Butter Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 2 1/4 cups (281g)
• Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
• Unsalted butter, softened: 1 cup (227g)
• Creamy peanut butter: 1 cup (246g)
• Granulated sugar: 3/4 cup (150g)
• Brown sugar: 3/4 cup (150g)
• Eggs: 2 large

Preparation Time:

15 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 medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then gradually add dry ingredients and beat until just combined.
5. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheet. Flatten balls slightly with a fork.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and centers are set.
7. Allow to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

Per cookie (8 cookies per recipe)

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 13g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 45mg
• Sodium: 180mg
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 15g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Soft and chewy with a peanut buttery flavor
• Perfect for snacks, dessert, or as a gift
• Easy to make and customizable with different toppings, such as chocolate chips or sprinkles

User Comments:

"These cookies are a staple in my house! They're so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser." – Sarah P.

"The perfect balance of sweetness and peanut butter flavor. I love adding chocolate chips to mine." – Mark J.

"I've tried many peanut butter cookie recipes, but this is definitely the best. The texture is amazing." – Emily T.

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If your peanut butter is thick, microwave for a few seconds to soften it.
• Do not overmix the dough, as this will make the cookies tough.
• Let the cookies cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack, or they will break easily.