If you’re craving classic homemade peanut butter cookies that are rich, soft in the center, and perfectly crisp around the edges, this recipe delivers every single time. Made with pantry staples and packed with bold peanut butter flavor, these cookies are a must-bake for holidays, bake sales, or simple weeknight treats.
⭐ Why You’ll Love These Peanut Butter Cookies
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Deep peanut butter flavor in every bite
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Soft & chewy texture with lightly crisp edges
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No chilling required – ready in under 30 minutes
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Perfect for kids, gifting, or freezing
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Easily adaptable for gluten-free or dairy-free diets
🥜 Ingredients (Simple Pantry Staples)
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1 cup creamy peanut butter (not natural/separated)
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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½ cup granulated sugar
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½ cup brown sugar, packed
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1 large egg, room temperature
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1¼ cups all-purpose flour
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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¼ teaspoon salt
Optional add-ins:
👩🍳 How to Make Amazing Peanut Butter Cookies
Step 1: Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2: Cream the Base
In a large bowl, beat peanut butter, butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes).
Step 3: Add Wet Ingredients
Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
Step 5: Shape & Press
Scoop dough into 1½ tablespoon balls. Place on baking sheet and gently press with a fork in a crisscross pattern.
Step 6: Bake
Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set but centers look slightly soft.
Step 7: Cool
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
🔥 Pro Tips for Perfect Peanut Butter Cookies
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Use regular creamy peanut butter (not natural) for best texture
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Don’t overbake – cookies firm up as they cool
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For extra chewiness, slightly underbake by 1 minute
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Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top right after baking for a gourmet finish
🍫 Variations You’ll Love
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Fold in ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Crunchy Peanut Butter Cookies
Use crunchy peanut butter or add chopped peanuts.
3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies
Peanut butter + sugar + egg (no flour!)
Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Cookies
Swap flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.
Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies
Use plant-based butter and replace egg with a flax egg.
🥶 Storage & Freezing
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Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days
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Freezer (Baked): Freeze for up to 3 months
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Freezer (Dough): Freeze dough balls and bake straight from frozen (+1–2 minutes)
🥗 Nutrition (Per Cookie – Approximate)
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Calories: 165
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Fat: 10g
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Carbohydrates: 15g
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Protein: 4g
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Sugar: 9g
💬 Final Thoughts
These Amazing Peanut Butter Cookies are the kind of recipe you’ll return to again and again. Simple, nostalgic, and unbelievably satisfying, they’re perfect with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee. Whether you keep them classic or customize with chocolate or nuts, this recipe is guaranteed to become a family favorite.
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 large egg
PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES INSTRUCTIONS
Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
Bake at 350°F for about 10 minutes or until a thin crust forms covering all of the cookie.
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