Peanut Butter Cookies

Vegetarian
Peanut Butter Cookies
75 min.
30
104kcal

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Indulge in the sweet, nutty goodness of homemade Peanut Butter Cookies, a classic treat that’s sure to please any sweet tooth! These cookies are not only easy to make but also perfect for those who love a rich, peanut butter flavor paired with a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth texture. The combination of reduced-fat creamy peanut butter and unsalted butter creates a balanced richness, while the touch of brown sugar gives these cookies a soft and chewy center, with just the right amount of sweetness.

These Peanut Butter Cookies are a fantastic vegetarian dessert option, making them perfect for almost any occasion. Whether you're looking to bake something for a family gathering, a casual snack, or a special treat for guests, this recipe delivers delicious results every time. The best part? You only need 75 minutes from start to finish, and the recipe yields about 30 perfectly round, mouthwatering cookies.

With just the right blend of ingredients and simple steps, these cookies bake up golden and crisp at the edges, leaving a soft center that melts in your mouth. A sprinkle of granulated sugar on top and a crisscross fork pattern give these cookies their signature look, making them a joy to bake and share. Plus, at only 104 calories per serving, these Peanut Butter Cookies allow you to indulge without the guilt. So, grab your mixing bowl, and let’s get baking!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter natural-style reduced-fat
  • large eggs 
  • 1.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.8 cup granulated sugar divided
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted softened
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • blender
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. Place first 4 ingredients (through vanilla) and 1/2 cup granulated sugar in a bowl; beat with a mixer at medium speed until well blended (about 5 minutes).
  3. Add egg, beating well.
  4. Weigh or lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife.
  5. Combine flour and next 3 ingredients (through salt), stirring well with a whisk. Gradually add flour mixture to sugar mixture, beating well. Cover and refrigerate 15 minutes or until dough is firm.
  6. Roll dough into 30 (1 1/4-inch) balls.
  7. Place 1/4 cup granulated sugar in a small bowl.
  8. Roll balls in sugar, and place 2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Flatten cookies in a crisscross pattern with a fork.
  9. Bake at 375 for 10 minutes or until edges just begin to brown. Cool on pan 2 minutes.
  10. Remove from pan; cool completely on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories104kcal
Protein6.54%
Fat42.73%
Carbs50.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.37
Glycemic Load
6.49
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.9226086722768%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:103.85kcal
5.19%
Fat:5.07g
7.8%
Saturated Fat:2.17g
13.58%
Carbohydrates:13.55g
4.52%
Net Carbohydrates:13.2g
4.8%
Sugar:9.03g
10.03%
Cholesterol:13.22mg
4.41%
Sodium:67.05mg
2.92%
Alcohol:0.02g
100%
Alcohol %:0.12%
100%
Protein:1.75g
3.5%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.1%
Vitamin B3:0.89mg
4.43%
Selenium:2.56µg
3.66%
Folate:14.15µg
3.54%
Vitamin E:0.49mg
3.25%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.18%
Phosphorus:25.9mg
2.59%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.57%
Magnesium:9.03mg
2.26%
Iron:0.38mg
2.12%
Vitamin A:90.63IU
1.81%
Copper:0.03mg
1.47%
Fiber:0.35g
1.39%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.29%
Calcium:11.64mg
1.16%
Zinc:0.17mg
1.15%
Potassium:38mg
1.09%
Vitamin B5:0.1mg
1.02%
Source:My Recipes