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Thick and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies

Soft, thick peanut butter cookies with chewy centers and rich classic flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.75 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 0.75 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp milk

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream butter, peanut butter, and sugars until light and fluffy.
  4. Add egg, vanilla, and milk; mix until combined.
  5. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Scoop dough, place on baking sheets, and press with fork.
  7. Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are set.
  8. Cool slightly before transferring to wire rack.

Notes

Do not overbake for best chewy texture.