Peanut Butter Cookies
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup shortening
- 1/4 cup butter
softened
- 1 egg
- 1 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ All Purpose Flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
- 1
<p>Mix sugars, peanut butter, shortening, butter and egg in large bowl. </p>
<p>If you’re wondering why we use both butter and shortening, it’s because each plays an important role in the cookie. Butter adds a rich, wonderful flavor, of course. Shortening has less flavor, but a higher melting point, so it gives peanut butter cookies more structure, ensuring they spread less and have a great texture. </p> - 2
<p>Stir in remaining ingredients. </p>
<p>The best way to accurately measure flour is to give it a quick stir and then spoon it into the measuring cup. You’ll want to fill it to heaping and then sweep the excess off the top with the flat edge of a butter knife. </p>
<p>Be careful not to overmix here — you want the dough to stay light and fluffy, and overmixing can result in a tough cookie. </p> - 3
<p>Cover and refrigerate about 2 hours or until firm. </p>
<p>Refrigerating the dough will give it more structure so the cookies spread less and hold their fork marks through baking. Cooling the dough also ensures that all of the ingredients are the same temperature: they’ll bake more evenly and the flavors will meld beautifully. </p> - 4
Heat oven to 375°F.
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<p>Shape dough into 1 1/4-inch balls. Place about 3 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. </p>
<p>You can also line cookie sheets with parchment paper, which will make cleanup super easy after your baking project. </p> - 6
Flatten in crisscross pattern with fork dipped into sugar.
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Bake 9 to 10 minutes or until light golden brown.
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<p>Cool 5 minutes; remove from cookie sheet. Cool on wire rack. </p>
<p>Once cookies are completely cooled, store them in an airtight container on the kitchen counter for up to 5 days. </p>
Peanut Butter Cookies
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About this Recipe
Craving that quintessential taste of home? Our classic Peanut Butter Cookies deliver the iconic flavor and tender chewiness you remember, complete with that signature crosshatch pattern.
This isn't just any recipe; it's a kitchen-tested classic lauded by home cooks for a reason. What sets these apart is their wonderfully smooth peanut butter taste and a surprisingly tender, light texture that defies the dry, crumbly fate of many other versions. Thanks to the thoughtful inclusion of shortening, you'll experience a delightful consistency akin to a molasses cookie—chewy, yet with a satisfyingly snappy bite. Plus, the perfect touch of salt expertly balances the sweetness, enhancing the rich peanutty flavor.
Prepare for a truly comforting experience. Each bite of these Peanut Butter Cookies offers a harmonious blend of rich, smooth peanut butter flavor and a captivating texture. You'll find them wonderfully tender and light, never overly dry or brittle. That unique chewy consistency, coupled with a gentle snap, creates a satisfying mouthfeel. They embody the ideal homemade treat: wholesome, full-flavored, and beautifully balanced, inviting you to savor every moment.
As a beloved, kitchen-tested classic, these Peanut Butter Cookies shine brightest when made as intended, delivering the perfect balance of flavors and textures that have stood the test of time.
These convenient and travel-friendly cookies are perfect for any occasion. Share them at your next potluck or party, pack them in picnic baskets or lunchboxes, or make them a star at your holiday cookie exchange. An empty plate is guaranteed!