These Irresistible Peanut Butter Cookies are the ultimate comfort food treat, offering a perfect balance of chewy texture and intense nutty flavor. Made with a blend of creamy peanut butter and shortening, they bake up soft and golden brown. The addition of brown sugar provides a deep, caramel-like sweetness that pairs beautifully with the salt and baking soda. These cookies are incredibly easy to prepare, requiring no chilling time, making them a perfect last-minute dessert or afternoon snack. They are best served fresh from the oven but store well for days. Whether enjoyed with a cold glass of milk or packed in a lunchbox, these classic cookies bring a nostalgic, home-style warmth to any occasion.
Irresistible Peanut Butter Cookies
Description
These Irresistible Peanut Butter Cookies are the ultimate comfort food treat, offering a perfect balance of chewy texture and intense nutty flavor. Made with a blend of creamy peanut butter and shortening, they bake up soft and golden brown. The addition of brown sugar provides a deep, caramel-like sweetness that pairs beautifully with the salt and baking soda. These cookies are incredibly easy to prepare, requiring no chilling time, making them a perfect last-minute dessert or afternoon snack. They are best served fresh from the oven but store well for days. Whether enjoyed with a cold glass of milk or packed in a lunchbox, these classic cookies bring a nostalgic, home-style warmth to any occasion.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
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In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, shortening, brown sugar, milk, and vanilla.
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Beat mixture with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
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Add the egg and beat until just blended.
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In a separate small bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
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Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets.
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Bake for 7 to 8 minutes, or until edges are firm and lightly golden.
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Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 18
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1231.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 55.1g85%
- Saturated Fat 15.4g77%
- Cholesterol 46.9mg16%
- Sodium 3908.2mg163%
- Total Carbohydrate 165.4g56%
- Dietary Fiber 6.8g28%
- Sugars 79.0g
- Protein 24.2g49%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
