Description
These Criss Cross Peanut Butter Cookies are a classic treat that’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up a batch of these delicious, gluten-free cookies in no time.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the dough: In a large bowl, mix the peanut butter, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined.
- Shape the cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Place them on the baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Create the crisscross pattern: Use a fork to press a crisscross pattern into each cookie, flattening them slightly.
- Bake: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are set and tops look dry.
- Cool: Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- You can use crunchy peanut butter for added texture.
- For a chocolate twist, press a chocolate chip into the center after baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
