Peanut Butter Cookies, Trader Joes Style

Peanut butter cookies are believed to have originated in the United States during the early 20th century and have since become a classic American treat.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 9.

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Peanut Butter Cookies, Trader Joes Style

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

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

Servings: 12 Calories: 1920

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking soda
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• ¹⁄₂ cup Peanut butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Brown sugar
• 1 Egg
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing well after each addition.
6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Use a fork to create a crisscross pattern on each cookie, flattening them slightly.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Enjoy your homemade Peanut Butter Cookies, Trader Joes Style!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 160kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9g14%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 10g

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.