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grandma’s old fashioned peanut butter cookie recipe

grandma’s old fashioned peanut butter cookie recipe

Nothing beats the nostalgia from savoring your grandma’s old-fashioned peanut butter cookies. I remember walking into her home and being greeted by the sweet, savory aroma wafting through the air. 
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 9 minutes
Total Time: 29 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: grandma’s old fashioned peanut butter cookie recipe
Servings: 6 dozen
Calories: 212kcal
Author: Rebecca Novak

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup smooth peanut butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped roasted peanuts
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

  • First, preheat your oven to 350°F. As it heats, line your baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. This ensures the cookies bake evenly and don’t stick to the pan.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Mixing these dry ingredients ensures the cookies will rise properly and have a uniform taste.

Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugars

  • In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes. The creaming process is crucial for the texture of the cookie, ensuring they are both soft and structurally sound.

Step 4: Add Eggs and Vanilla

  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract. This forms the wet base of your batter where all other ingredients will fold in seamlessly.

Step 5: Incorporate Peanut Butter

  • Add the smooth peanut butter and mix until well combined. This gives the dough its peanuty flavor and creamy texture.

Step 6: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture. Beat on low speed just long enough until the dough comes together. Overmixing can result in a tough cookie.

Step 7: Fold in the Peanuts

  • Lastly, fold in the chopped roasted peanuts using a spatula. These add a delightful crunch to the cookies.

Step 8: Shape the Cookies

  • Roll the dough into balls, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Use a fork to press a crisscross pattern onto each ball, flattening them slightly.

Step 9: Bake

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The center may appear slightly underbaked but will firm up as the cookies cool.

Step 10: Cool and Enjoy

  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Room Temperature Ingredients Matter: Ensuring that the butter and eggs are at room temperature helps in blending better, resulting in a smoother dough.
  • Don’t Skip the Salt: Even though it’s a small amount, the salt enhances the flavors and balances the sweetness.
  • Chill the Dough: If you have the time, chilling the dough for about 30 minutes before baking helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
  • Use Quality Peanut Butter: Avoid using peanut butter with too much oil separation or those labeled as ‘no-stir’ as they may affect the texture.
  • Monitor Baking Time Closely: Overbaking can result in dry cookies. Remove them when the edges are slightly golden and the center is still soft.

Nutrition

Calories: 212kcal
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