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HOW TO MAKE SOFT PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES

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Peanut Butter Cookies

Cultural Context

Peanut Butter Cookies originated in the United States in the early 20th century, gaining popularity as a classic American treat. They embody the spirit of home baking, often made for family gatherings and school events. Today, variations abound, including gluten-free and vegan options, making them a beloved snack worldwide.

AmericanUSdessert
30 min
easy
24 servings
Servings4
1 and 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup sugar
1 stick butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg
1 teaspoon molasses
3/4 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter offers similar flavor with less saturated fat.

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Maple syrup adds moisture and a unique flavor.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

1

In a mixing bowl, add 1 and 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour.

2

Add 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda to the flour.

3

Add 1/4 cup of sugar and whisk the ingredients together.

4

In a separate bowl, add 1 stick of butter and 1/2 cup of brown sugar, then cream the butter and sugar together.

5

Once creamed, add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1 egg, then combine the ingredients.

6

If preferred, use an electric mixer to combine.

7

Add 1 teaspoon of molasses to the mixture.

8

Then add 3/4 cup of creamy or crunchy peanut butter and mix all the ingredients together.

9

Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients.

10

Blend the mixture together to make the cookie dough.

11

Keep working with the dough until it is all one consistent color.

12

Refrigerate the cookie dough for 30 minutes.

13

After 30 minutes, take the cookie dough out of the refrigerator and roll it into small balls.

14

Roll the balls in some sugar and place them on a cookie sheet.

15

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

16

Bake the cookies for 8 to 9 minutes.

17

Once you see cracks on top of the cookies, they are done.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlcookie sheet

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Allergens

peanutsgluten

Also Known As

Peanut Butter BiscuitsPeanut Butter Treats

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