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Gourmet Thick Peanut Butter Cookies

Indulge in these rich and thick peanut butter cookies that are a favorite among cookie lovers. With a perfect balance of sweetness and nutty flavor, these cookies come out soft and chewy. They are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 electric mixer or whisk
  • 1 measuring cups
  • 1 measuring spoons
  • 2 baking sheets
  • 1 parchment paper
  • 1 cookie scoop or tablespoon
  • 1 cooling rack

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts Optional for mixing in.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Beat with an electric mixer or whisk until smooth and creamy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture, mixing until just combined. If using, fold in chocolate chips or chopped nuts at this stage.
  • Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked, but they will set as they cool.
  • Remove from the oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a thicker cookie, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.
You can sprinkle a little sea salt on top of the cookies before baking for an extra flavor boost. Enjoy your gourmet treats!