These Thick and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies are irresistibly soft, thick, and packed with peanut butter flavor. With the perfect balance of sweet and savory, they make the ultimate treat for peanut butter lovers! Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re perfect for a quick snack or a special dessert.
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cream Butter and Sugars:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
Add Eggs and Vanilla:
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract until smooth.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Shape and Flatten the Dough:
Scoop out about 2 tablespoons of dough per cookie and roll into balls. Place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Use a fork to press down lightly, creating a crisscross pattern on each cookie.
Bake the Cookies:
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden but the centers remain soft.
Cool and Serve:
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!
These cookies are soft in the center with a golden edge, so don’t worry if they look a little soft when you take them out of the oven.
For extra crunch, add some chopped peanuts or chocolate chips to the dough.
You can store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.