🍪 Soft Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1 cup sugar (white or brown)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix all ingredients in a bowl until smooth.
- Scoop dough (about 1–2 tbsp each) and place on tray, spaced apart.
- Flatten slightly with a fork or spoon.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool on tray for a few minutes before moving to a rack.
❓ Q&A
Q: Why are my cookies too crumbly?
A: Usually too much sugar or overbaking. Try adding another egg or reducing bake time.
Q: Can I make them softer?
A: Yes—use brown sugar instead of white and don’t overbake. Pull them out when centers still look slightly underdone.
Q: Can I add oats or chocolate chips?
A: Absolutely! Add ½–1 cup rolled oats or chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor.
Q: How do I store them?
A: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
Q: Can I make them gluten-free?
A: They already are, as long as your baking soda and vanilla are certified gluten-free.