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Explore the delightful world of baking with our Thick and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies recipe. These cookies are the perfect blend of rich, nutty flavor and a satisfying chewy texture, making them an irresistible treat for any peanut butter lover. Whether you're enjoying them fresh from the oven or storing them for later, these cookies promise to deliver a burst of flavor in every bite. In this article, we will guide you through the process of making these easy and delicious cookies, ensuring you achieve the perfect texture and taste every time.

Thick and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies

Discover the joy of baking with our Thick and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies recipe! These cookies are packed with rich peanut butter flavor and have a wonderfully chewy texture, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. From selecting the right ingredients to step-by-step baking instructions, this guide makes it easy to create delicious cookies every time. Enjoy them fresh or make ahead for later! #PeanutButterCookies #Baking #Yummy #CookieRecipe #HomemadeTreats
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Ingredients
  

1 cup creamy peanut butter

1 cup brown sugar, packed

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined and smooth.

      Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

        In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

          Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

            If desired, fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

              Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing the cookies about 2 inches apart. Flatten them slightly with the back of a fork to create a crisscross pattern.

                Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The cookies should look slightly underbaked in the center, as they will continue to firm up as they cool.

                  Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

                    Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes | Servings: 24 cookies