Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
Special Equipment Needed:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Electric mixer
- Spatula
- Cookie scoop
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt until combined.
4. Gradually add in flour and mix until just combined.
5. Using a cookie scoop, scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet.
6. Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon.
7. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden brown.
8. Let cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 8-10 minutes
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: Makes about 1 dozen cookies
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 140
Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 3g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- Peanut butter: almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter
- Brown sugar: coconut sugar or maple sugar
- Granulated sugar: coconut sugar or maple sugar
- Egg: flax egg or chia egg
Variations:
- Add 1/2 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips to the dough.
- Add 1/2 cup of chopped peanuts to the dough.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to the dough.
Tips and Tricks:
- For a softer cookie, bake for 8 minutes.
- For a crispier cookie, bake for 10 minutes.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Storage Instructions:
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat cookies in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
Serve cookies on a platter with a variety of other cookies.
Garnishes:
Garnish with a sprinkle of sea salt or chopped peanuts.
Pairings:
Pair with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot coffee.
Suggested Side Dishes:
Serve with a side of fresh fruit or a scoop of ice cream.
Troubleshooting Advice:
If cookies are too soft, bake for an additional 2 minutes.
Food Safety Advice:
Always use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature of the cookies before serving.
Food History:
Peanut butter cookies have been around since the early 1900s.
Flavor Profiles:
These cookies have a sweet and nutty flavor with a hint of vanilla.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve as an after-school snack or as a dessert.
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