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Peanut Butter Cookies

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Peanut Butter Cookies You'll Love

These melt-in-your-mouth peanut butter cookies are the perfect blend of salty and sweet, offering a chewy texture with every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar substitute with coconut sugar for lower glycemic index
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar dark brown sugar can be used for a richer taste
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter opt for natural peanut butter for a less sweet option
  • 1 large Egg for a vegan version, use a flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 2.5 tablespoons water)
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda ensure it's fresh for optimal effect
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt substitute with unsalted butter for lower sodium if needed

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop
  • fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and peanut butter in a mixing bowl and blend until smooth.
  3. Add the egg to the mixture and beat until fully incorporated.
  4. Incorporate baking soda and salt, mixing until just combined.
  5. Drop balls of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Press down on each ball of dough with a fork to create a cross-hatch pattern.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until slightly golden at the edges.
  8. Let cookies sit on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Allow cookies to cool completely for the best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, use high-quality natural peanut butter and avoid overmixing to ensure tender cookies.

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