Thin Peanut Butter Cookies
There's something special about a thin, crispy cookie that just hits the spot. Perfectly crunchy on the edges with a soft, chewy center – it's the ultimate treat for peanut butter lovers. These Thin Peanut Butter Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic peanut butter cookie, offering a delicate texture with a rich nutty flavor. Whether you enjoy them with a glass of cold milk or a warm cup of tea, these cookies are sure to become a new favorite in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the peanut butter to the butter-sugar mixture and beat until well combined.
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Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
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Using a cookie scoop or a spoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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Using a fork, gently flatten each cookie and create a crisscross pattern on top.
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Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Enjoy your Thin Peanut Butter Cookies with a glass of milk or a hot cup of coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 cookie- Calories
- 120 kcal per cookie
- Total Fat
- 6g per cookie
- Saturated Fat
- 3g per cookie
- Cholesterol
- 20mg per cookie
- Sodium
- 100mg per cookie
- Total Carbohydrate
- 14g per cookie
- Dietary Fiber
- 1g per cookie
- Sugars
- 9g per cookie
- Protein
- 2g per cookie
These Thin Peanut Butter Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the iconic flavor of peanut butter with a satisfyingly thin and crispy texture. Whether you're baking these cookies for a cozy night in or to share with friends and family, they are bound to be a hit. Make a batch of these delicious cookies and watch them disappear in no time!