Description
Jimmy Carter’s Grandmother’s Peanut Butter Cookies are simple, classic, and deliciously nutty treats perfect for any occasion. Made with just a handful of pantry staples, these cookies come together quickly and deliver a soft, chewy texture with a signature crisscross fork pattern that makes them instantly recognizable and irresistibly charming.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure the cookies bake evenly and don’t stick.
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Stir the mixture until smooth and well combined, creating a consistent dough.
- Form Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheet. Gently press each cookie down with the back of a fork, creating the classic crisscross pattern which also helps them bake uniformly.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set and have a slight golden hue. This timing ensures the cookies are soft inside while having a slightly crisp edge.
- Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to firm up before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, preserving their texture and flavor.
- Serve: Enjoy these peanut butter cookies as a delightful snack or dessert, perfect for sharing or indulging on your own.
Notes
- For a crunchier cookie, bake an additional 1-2 minutes but watch carefully to avoid burning.
- You can use crunchy peanut butter instead of smooth for added texture.
- If you prefer sweeter cookies, increase sugar by 1/4 cup.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- These cookies freeze well; freeze baked cookies in a sealed bag and thaw at room temperature before serving.
- To make smaller cookies, use a teaspoon to scoop dough and adjust baking time accordingly.
