Peanut Butter Cookies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients:
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1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
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1 cup sugar
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1 egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
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In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and combined.
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Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Place on baking sheet, 2 inches apart. Use a fork to press down in a crisscross pattern.
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Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set. Centers will firm up as they cool.
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Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
# Notes:
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For a chewier texture, slightly underbake the cookies.
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Add chopped peanuts or chocolate chips for extra crunch.
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Use a sugar substitute like monk fruit or coconut sugar for a sugar-free option.