Thick and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe

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Introduction
These Thick and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies are the ultimate peanut butter lover’s dream. With a soft, chewy center and slightly crisp edges, they’re loaded with rich peanut butter flavor and just the right amount of sweetness. Perfect for lunchboxes, cookie swaps, or a comforting snack with a glass of milk!

Ingredients (Makes about 24 cookies)

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (200g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt

Optional Add-Ins:

  • 1 cup chocolate chips or Reese’s Pieces
  • ½ cup chopped peanuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fold in Add-Ins: Stir in chocolate chips or peanuts (if using).
  6. Shape the Cookies:
  • Roll dough into 2-tablespoon-sized balls. Place on baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
  • Flatten slightly with a fork, making a crisscross pattern.
  1. Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but centers are still soft.
  2. Cool: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips for Success

  • Don’t Overbake: For chewy cookies, remove them when the centers still look slightly underdone.
  • Chill the Dough: For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Peanut Butter: Use regular creamy peanut butter (not natural or oily varieties) for best texture.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with a cold glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  • Pack in lunchboxes or gift jars for a sweet surprise.

Nutritional Info (per cookie, approximate)

  • Calories: 180
  • Fat: 10g
  • Carbs: 20g
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Protein: 3g

Conclusion
These Thick and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies are a classic treat that’s easy to make and impossible to resist. With their rich peanut butter flavor and perfect texture, they’re sure to become a household favorite. Bake a batch and enjoy the comforting, buttery goodness!

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