Dark and Crunchy Peanut Butter Cookies

Peanut butter cookies were invented by George Washington Carver, a prominent scientist and inventor who discovered hundreds of uses for peanuts.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Dark and Crunchy Peanut Butter Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• ¹⁄₂ cup Creamy peanut butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Brown sugar, packed
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Roasted peanuts, chopped

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Stir in the chopped roasted peanuts.
7. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Flatten each ball with a fork, making a crisscross pattern.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
10. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
11. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
12. Enjoy the dark and crunchy peanut butter cookies!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 12g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.