Peanut Butter Cookies (The Best Ever)

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 11
Best Ever Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 1/2 ounces butter
5 1/2 ounces peanut butter ( your choice )
5 1/2 ounces white sugar
3 1/2 ounces brown sugar
1 egg , beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla essence
5 1/2 ounces plain flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch salt
1 3/4 ounces peanuts ( for topping )
2 tablespoons demerara sugar ( for topping )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
290
Sugar
20g
Fat
17g
These Peanut Butter Cookies are a classic American dessert that have been enjoyed for generations. Made with simple ingredients, they are perfect for any occasion, whether it's an after-school snack or a party dessert. The soft and chewy texture combined with the rich peanut butter flavor makes these cookies a favorite among both kids and adults alike. With this recipe, you can make the best ever Peanut Butter Cookies in the comfort of your own home.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350F/180C
2.Cream the softened butter and both sugars together in a mixing bowl
3.Beat in the egg and vanilla essence
4.Fold in the flour, baking powder, and salt, then mix until well combined
5.Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a greased baking sheet
6.Use a fork to flatten each cookie ball, creating a criss-cross pattern on top
7.Sprinkle the demerara sugar and chopped peanuts on top of each cookie
8.Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown and cooked through
9.Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

Easy to make with simple ingredients, perfect for a quick dessert fix.
The cookies have a soft, chewy texture with a delicious peanut butter flavor.

CONS

Contains high amounts of sugar and fat, so should be consumed in moderation.
May not be suitable for those with peanut allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Peanut butter is a good source of protein, healthy fats, fiber, and several essential vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin E and Magnesium. However, the high sugar and fat content in these cookies means that the health benefits are somewhat offset.

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