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Peanut Butter Cookies with a Modern Twist

These classic peanut butter cookies are made by mixing creamy peanut butter, sugar, and eggs to create a chewy, rich dough. Baked until golden with crispy edges, they feature a soft center and a delightful aroma, enhanced with optional mix-ins like toasted coconut or crispy bacon for added texture and flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter natural, chunky preferred for texture
  • 1 cup granulated sugar white sugar for sweetness
  • 1 large egg binds ingredients together

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, sugar, and egg. Use a fork to mix everything together until the mixture is smooth, thick, and slightly fluffy, releasing a rich, nutty aroma.
  3. Once mixed, scoop out about a tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball with your hands. Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  4. Gently flatten each dough ball with a fork, pressing down to create a crisscross pattern. This helps the cookies spread evenly and develops that classic look, while also infusing a subtle crispy texture on top.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and smell toasted and nutty. The centers should still look soft but set.
  6. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies rest for about 5 minutes. This allows them to firm up and develop a slight crackle on top.
  7. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, enjoy their chewy, nutty aroma with a crispy edge and a soft center that melts in your mouth.

Notes

For added flavor, fold in toasted coconut flakes or crispy bacon bits before shaping the dough. Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking can help prevent spreading and improve texture.