Soft Peanut Butter Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

• Peanut Butter - 1 cup (smooth)
• Sugar - 1 cup
• Brown Sugar - 1/2 cup
• Eggs - 2 large
• Vanilla Extract - 1 tsp
• All-Purpose Flour - 1 1/2 cups
• Baking Soda - 1/2 tsp
• Salt - 1/4 tsp

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the peanut butter and both sugars until smooth.
3. Add the eggs one by one and mix well after each addition.
4. Add vanilla extract and mix.
5. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
7. Drop cookie dough by spoonful onto an ungreased cookie sheet, leaving enough space for spreading.
8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information: (Per cookie)

• Calories: 250-300
• Fat: 13g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 4g (Note: Nutritional content may vary depending on specific ingredients used.)

Dish Characteristics:

• These cookies are soft, rich in flavor, and have a distinct peanut butter taste.
• They are easy to make and can be customized with different add-ins like chocolate chips or M&Ms.
• The cookies are perfect for any time of the day, especially as a snack or dessert.

User Comments:

1. "These cookies are so soft and delicious! The perfect balance of sweet and peanut butter flavor."
2. "I love how easy this recipe is to make. The cookies come out perfect every time."
3. "These are my favorite cookies! The texture is just right and the flavor is amazing."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use smooth peanut butter for best results. Crunchy peanut butter may alter the texture of the cookies.
• Do not overbake the cookies; they should be slightly underdone in the center for the best texture.
• For added flavor, you can add chocolate chips, M&Ms, or other nuts to the cookie dough.