Jif Peanut Butter Cookies

Jif Peanut Butter Cookies are a classic peanut butter cookie that is a staple for any holiday cookie tray. The umami, salty and sweet flavor of these cookies make them a favorite all year long. It is the perfect cookie for the peanut butter lovers in your life. A little bit crispy, a little bit chewy and full of peanut flavor.

Author: It is a Keeper

Meal Type: Tree Nuts Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 8 minutes

Total Time: 23 minutes

Servings: 36 cookies

Calories: 101 kcal per serving

Ingredients

1 ⅓ cups - all-purpose flour
1 tsp - baking soda
½ tsp - baking powder
½ tsp - salt
½ cup - butter
¾ cup - Jif peanut butter
½ cup - white sugar
½ cup - brown sugar
1 - egg
1 - egg yolk
1 tsp - vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350F.
In a small bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat together the butter and peanut butter thoroughly.
Add the sugars and beat for 2 minutes, until creamy and light.
Add the egg and vanilla extract, beat for 30 seconds, then slowly incorporate the flour mixture until just incorporated.
Use a cookie scoop to portion out the dough on a lined cookie sheet.
Use a fork to press down on the cookies, flattening them and making a classic criss-cross pattern.
Bake cookies for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden and set.
Cool on the cookie sheet before storing or serving.

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