Favorite Peanut Butter Cookies

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Servings: 30 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Chewy, golden peanut butter cookies with a classic criss-cross texture and deep nutty flavor
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These Favorite Peanut Butter Cookies are a nostalgic treat that delivers intense peanut flavor in every bite. The dough comes together quickly, creating a soft, chewy center with slightly crisp edges. The iconic fork-marked criss-cross pattern isn’t just for show; it helps the cookies spread evenly and adds a delightful textural contrast. Perfect for afternoon snacking, school lunchboxes, or potluck parties, these cookies pair wonderfully with a glass of cold milk. They are simple to prepare, requiring no fancy equipment, just basic pantry staples. Whether you use creamy or crunchy peanut butter, the result is a comforting, homemade dessert that everyone will love.

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Favorite Peanut Butter Cookies

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 30 Calories: 539.1

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These Favorite Peanut Butter Cookies are a nostalgic treat that delivers intense peanut flavor in every bite. The dough comes together quickly, creating a soft, chewy center with slightly crisp edges. The iconic fork-marked criss-cross pattern isn't just for show; it helps the cookies spread evenly and adds a delightful textural contrast. Perfect for afternoon snacking, school lunchboxes, or potluck parties, these cookies pair wonderfully with a glass of cold milk. They are simple to prepare, requiring no fancy equipment, just basic pantry staples. Whether you use creamy or crunchy peanut butter, the result is a comforting, homemade dessert that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the peanut butter, softened margarine (or butter), and 3/4 cup sugar until smooth and well combined.
  4. Beat in 1 egg until fully incorporated.
  5. Stir in 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt (if using) until a dough forms.
  6. Fold in 1 cup of crushed Rice Chex cereal (crushed from 2 cups whole cereal) until evenly distributed.
  7. Scoop 1 level tablespoon of dough for each cookie and roll into a smooth ball.
  8. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  9. Dip a fork in granulated sugar, then press down on each cookie in a criss-cross pattern to flatten slightly.
  10. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden brown.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute to firm up.
  12. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 30

Amount Per Serving
Calories 539.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 50.7g78%
Saturated Fat 12.6g63%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 547.5mg23%
Total Carbohydrate 12.3g5%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g15%
Sugars 5.4g
Protein 15.1g31%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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