Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or peanut butter chips (optional)
- Butter or margarine for greasing the baking sheet
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a baking sheet with butter or margarine.
- In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter, sugar, and brown sugar. Mix well until creamy.
- Add the egg and mix thoroughly.
- Sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the peanut butter mixture and mix well.
- Stir in the chocolate chips or peanut butter chips, if using.
- Shape the dough into small cookies and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, you can sandwich two cookies together with some additional peanut butter or jam, if desired.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 cookies)
- Calories: Approx. 250 calories per cookie
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and creamy texture from the peanut butter.
- Chocolate chips or peanut butter chips provide a delicious chocolatey flavor and added crunch.
- A classic American-style cookie that is perfect for any time of day.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! The combination of peanut butter and chocolate is so delicious."
- "I love how creamy and soft these cookies are. The perfect balance of sweet and salty."
- "These cookies are a great snack for movie night or game day."
- "These sandwiches are so satisfying and perfect for an afternoon pick-me-up."
- "The perfect blend of flavors and textures make these cookies a must-try."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use smooth peanut butter for best results. Crunchy peanut butter may affect the texture of the cookies.
- For a more authentic flavor, use American-style baking ingredients like all-purpose flour and brown sugar.
