Best Ever Peanut Butter Cookies
Indulge in the delightful taste of Best Ever Peanut Butter Cookies, a treat that combines crispy edges with a soft, chewy center. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re satisfying a late-night craving or preparing a sweet surprise for family gatherings. With their rich peanut butter flavor and the added fun of candy-coated chocolate pieces, these cookies are sure to please both kids and adults alike. The simple recipe calls for pantry staples, allowing you to whip up a batch in no time. Get ready to enjoy a homemade classic that will quickly become your favorite cookie!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
- 3/4 cup white sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 2 eggs
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup Reese's Pieces (or preferred mix-ins)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together unsalted butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in smooth peanut butter until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt; mix on low speed just until combined.
- Fold in Reese's Pieces or your choice of mix-ins.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a lined cookie sheet.
- Bake for 9-12 minutes until tops lose their shine; cool on the sheet for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 28g)
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg