Blue Ribbon Peanut Butter Cookies

Soft, chewy, and rich with the nutty sweetness of peanut butter, these Blue Ribbon Peanut Butter Cookies are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for dessert lovers. Crafted with classic pantry staples like creamy peanut butter, brown sugar, and a hint of vanilla, these cookies combine a perfectly tender crumb with a signature crisscross pattern for a nostalgic touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for bake sales, afternoon snacks, or holiday cookie platters. With a golden exterior and melt-in-your-mouth center, these simple yet irresistible cookies are bound to become a family favorite. Serve them warm with a glass of milk or pack them in lunches for a dose of homemade goodness that never disappoints!

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 0.5 cup Creamy peanut butter
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Light brown sugar, packed
• 1 unit Large egg
• 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
• 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until well incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just blended. Avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, form dough into 1-inch balls and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 7

Gently flatten each dough ball using the back of a fork, creating a crisscross pattern on top of each cookie.

Step 8

Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to set and the centers look slightly soft. Do not overbake to maintain a chewy texture.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	647.3 grams (647.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2947

Total Fat 161.50g	207%
Saturated Fat 73.60g	368%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 444mg	148%
Sodium 2081mg	90%
Total Carbohydrate 340.50g	124%
Dietary Fiber 11.50g	41%
Total Sugars 208.90g
Protein 52.50g	105%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 231mg	18%
Iron 11mg	60%
Potassium 1131mg	24%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.0%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 45.0%