Jimmy Carter’s Grandmother’s Peanut Butter Cookies
Craving a taste of nostalgia? Jimmy Carter’s Grandmother’s Peanut Butter Cookies deliver everything you love about classic homemade cookies—soft centers, slightly crisp edges, and a rich peanut butter flavor that melts in your mouth. Perfect for a quick snack, an easy dessert, or even a cozy addition to your breakfast ideas, these cookies are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. This easy recipe is ideal for family baking sessions, quick treats for guests, or adding to your list of timeless food ideas.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- hand or stand mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add peanut butter and egg; mix until smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract, flour, baking soda, and salt until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
- Roll dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place on the baking sheet. Flatten gently with a fork, making a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, until edges are lightly golden. Let cool before serving.
Notes
For chewier cookies, slightly underbake and allow to cool on the sheet for a few minutes. Swap half of the creamy peanut butter with chunky peanut butter for extra texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 50IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg
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