Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Special Equipment Needed:
- Electric mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat together peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then beat in vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add in flour mixture, mixing until just combined.
6. Stir in chocolate chips and walnuts (if using).
7. Drop dough by heaping tablespoonfuls onto prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown.
9. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: Makes about 2 dozen cookies
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 200
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 5g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- Peanut butter: almond butter or sunflower seed butter
- Granulated sugar: coconut sugar or maple sugar
- Light brown sugar: dark brown sugar
- Chocolate chips: chopped dark chocolate or white chocolate chips
Variations:
- Add 1/2 cup of dried cranberries or raisins
- Replace walnuts with chopped pecans or almonds
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
Tips and Tricks:
- For a chewier cookie, bake for a few minutes less.
- For a crispier cookie, bake for a few minutes more.
Storage Instructions:
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat cookies in a preheated 350°F oven for 5 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve cookies on a platter lined with parchment paper.
- Place cookies on a cake stand with a few sprigs of fresh mint.
Garnishes:
- Sprinkle cookies with flaky sea salt.
- Drizzle with melted chocolate.
Pairings:
- Serve with a glass of cold milk.
- Enjoy with a cup of hot coffee or tea.
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Yogurt parfait
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If cookies are too dry, add a tablespoon of milk.
- If cookies are too crumbly, add an extra tablespoon of peanut butter.
Food Safety Advice:
- Keep dough refrigerated until ready to use.
- Wash hands with warm, soapy water before and after handling dough.
Food History:
Peanut butter cookies have been a favorite treat since the early 1900s. The first known recipe for peanut butter cookies was published in the Boston Cooking School Magazine of Culinary Science and Domestic Economics in 1901.
Flavor Profiles:
These cookies are sweet and nutty, with a hint of chocolate.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve as an after-school snack.
- Enjoy as an afternoon pick-me-up.
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