Peanut Butter Crinkle Cookies
These delightful peanut butter crinkle cookies are the perfect blend of nutty sweetness and chewy texture. With their crinkled tops and soft centers, they offer an irresistible treat for any occasion. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these cookies will bring joy to your kitchen and smiles to your loved ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1/2 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and peanut butter until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, then coat in powdered sugar.
- Place on prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart and bake for 10-12 minutes until soft in the center.
- Let cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix in chocolate chips or sprinkle sea salt on top before baking. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or refrigerate if they become too soft.