Classic Peanut Butter Cookies

This "Classic Peanut Butter Cookies" recipe is sure to be a hit, they are quick and easy to make and remind us of being a kid. There is just something about peanut butter cookies that remind us of home and childhood, it's one of those recipes that has been around for a while made by lots of grandmothers and mothers alike.

Who can resist a plate full of classic peanut butter cookies? This classic peanut butter cookie recipe is just the thing to satisfy your sweet tooth. These peanut butter cookies are sure to melt in your mouth, they are a little bit chewy on the outside with a soft, delicious center, you will have trouble stopping at just one! This peanut butter cookie recipe is the soft baked style, unlike some of the traditional crunchy peanut butter cookies. You can also choose to bake the cookie batches a minute or two longer to get that desire little crunch if that's what you prefer. The creator of this classic peanut butter cookie recipe prefers the softness of this recipe. The nice thing about his cookie recipe is that they stay soft for days and days. The ingredients you will need for this classic peanut butter cookie recipe include room temperature softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, room temperature eggs, vanilla extract, creamy peanut butter, all purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, granulated sugar for rolling (this step is optional, but is so good).

To start this classic peanut butter cookie recipe you can use a hand mixer or a stand mixer that is fitted with the paddle attachment (whichever method you prefer). Then cream the softened butter and both the sugars together on medium speed until smooth. Next step is to add the eggs and mix on high until combined, this will take about a minute. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed, then add some vanilla and peanut butter and mix on high until combined, then set aside this mixture.

In a separate bowl, toss the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together. Add to the wet ingredients and mix on low until combined. Dough will be thick, yet very sticky. Cover the dough tightly and chill for at least a few hours, you can even store this classic peanut butter cookie mix in the refrigerator for up to two days. When you are ready to bake your peanut butter cookies, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. You will love this classic peanut butter cookie recipe.

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