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April 29, 2025

With this recipe you can enjoy peanut butter cookies at their very best: soft and chewy in the centers, crispy at the edges, crackly on top, and warm from the oven. The recipe is a Yummly original created by Sara Mellas.

11 Ingredients

Ingredients

Servings

Warning0 allergens identified

Instructions

Line two baking sheets with silicone baking mats or parchment paper. Set aside.

Place the sugar for coating the dough balls in a small bowl. Set aside.

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Combine the softened butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and honey in a large mixing bowl. Using a hand mixer with a whisk attachment, mix on medium speed until smooth and combined, about 1 minute.

Add the egg and vanilla extract. Continue to beat on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 30 seconds.

Turn the mixer to low, and add the flour, baking soda, and salt to the bowl. Beat the mixture until all ingredients are combined and a firm dough forms, about 1 minute. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.

Form the cookie dough into 20 balls, rolling each in the reserved sugar before placing on baking sheets. Slightly flatten the tops of each ball.

Bake the cookies on middle and upper-middle racks until they are cracked on top and slightly golden brown at the edges, 11-13 minutes.

Check to see that cookies are done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.

Allow cookies to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer to cooling racks. Serve and enjoy. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days, or in the refrigerator for 5 days.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Butter Softening Secret 🧈
Let butter and peanut butter sit at room temperature for 30-45 minutes before mixing to ensure perfect creamy consistency and easier blending.
Chill for Texture Perfection 🧊
Refrigerate the cookie dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading and create a more structured, chewy cookie.
Fork Marking Magic 🍴
Use a fork to create classic crosshatch patterns on top of the cookies, which not only looks traditional but helps create those signature crispy edges.
Sugar Crystallization Trick 🍬
Use a combination of brown and granulated sugar to achieve the perfect balance of moisture and crisp, creating a more complex texture and deeper caramel notes.
Uniform Sizing Technique 🥄
Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to ensure consistent cookie sizes, which guarantees even baking and a professional, uniform appearance.