Description
Soft, chewy Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookies made with simple pantry ingredients and packed with rich peanut butter flavor. Perfect for any day of the week and ideal for sharing or enjoying with a glass of milk.
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Scoop small portions of dough, roll into balls, and place on the baking sheet.
- Press each ball gently with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are golden and centers are soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra sweetness, add Reese’s peanut butter chips or chocolate chips.
- Use chunky peanut butter for added texture.
- Sprinkle sugar on top before baking for a sugary crust.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheat in the microwave for about 10 seconds to soften.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
