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Irresistible Peanut Butter Cookies

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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.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 18
Calories: 1231.9
Dietary: Vegetarian
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
  • 3/4 cup Jif peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup Shortening
  • 1 1/4 cup Packed brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoon Milk
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla
  • 1 Egg
  • 1 3/4 cup Flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon Baking soda
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, shortening, brown sugar, milk, and vanilla.
  3. 3
    Beat mixture with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
  4. 4
    Add the egg and beat until just blended.
  5. 5
    In a separate small bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda.
  6. 6
    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
  7. 7
    Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets.
  8. 8
    Bake for 7 to 8 minutes, or until edges are firm and lightly golden.
  9. 9
    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.

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