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Peanut Butter Cookies

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These peanut butter cookies are a delightful combination of sweet and salty that are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup peanut butter Choose smooth or crunchy according to preference.
  • 1 cup sugar Feel free to substitute with brown sugar for chewier cookies.
  • 1 egg Provides structure; can be replaced with flax meal or unsweetened applesauce for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the cookies puff up.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the overall flavor.

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and sugar until well blended.
  3. Add in the egg (or your chosen substitute) and mix until smooth.
  4. Sprinkle in the baking soda and vanilla extract; stir until fully incorporated.
  5. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Flatten each ball slightly with a fork, creating a crisscross pattern.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden and the cookies are slightly set.
  8. Let them cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6g

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to three months. Let them cool completely before freezing.
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