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Peanut Butter Cookies

Irresistibly Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies in Just 15 Minutes

Deliciously chewy peanut butter cookies made in just 15 minutes, perfect for a sweet treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1/2 cup Shortening Can substitute with butter or coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup Butter Ensure it's softened
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter (smooth) Chunky peanut butter can be used for texture
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with granulated sugar for sweeter taste
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 large Egg Can replace with 1/4 cup applesauce for vegan version
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Pure vanilla extract is preferable
  • 1 cup Flour May need less depending on dough consistency
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Chips Can swap with chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Microwave
  • Spatula
  • Fork

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Peanut Butter Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Melt shortening, butter, and peanut butter in the microwave for 30-45 seconds until smooth.
  3. Mix in brown sugar and granulated sugar, then add the egg and vanilla; stir until glossy.
  4. Gradually add baking soda and flour, mixing until just incorporated; avoid overmixing.
  5. Fold in peanut butter chips evenly throughout the dough.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared sheets and press down gently with a fork.
  7. Bake for 8-11 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are slightly soft.
  8. Allow cookies to cool for 5 minutes on sheets before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.6mg

Notes

For thick cookies, refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking. Room temperature fats help improve texture and mixing.

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