Description
Gourmet Thick Peanut Butter Cookies are a heavenly treat that combines the rich, nutty flavor of peanut butter with a delightful chewy texture. Perfectly golden on the edges and soft in the center, these cookies are easy to make and sure to impress at any gathering. With minimal ingredients and straightforward instructions, everyone can enjoy this irresistible dessert—whether for a cozy night in or a festive occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 tsp baking soda
- 0.5 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream melted butter with granulated and brown sugars until smooth. Mix in peanut butter until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Cool on pans for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (35g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg