Imagine sinking your teeth into a cookie that's simultaneously smooth, crunchy, and bursting with rich peanut butter flavor. These Peanut Butter Crunch Cookies are not just another dessert—they're a mouthwatering experience that transforms ordinary baking into a culinary adventure! With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you'll create a batch of cookies so delectable, they'll disappear faster than you can say "more please!"
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup crunchy peanut butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the smooth peanut butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly using an electric mixer or sturdy whisk until the ingredients are completely blended and form a smooth, consistent dough.
- Fold in the crunchy peanut butter, stirring gently to create pockets of texture throughout the cookie dough. The additional crunchy peanut butter will provide extra nutty crunch and flavor.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Space the cookie dough balls approximately 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading during baking.
- Use a fork to create a classic crisscross pattern on top of each cookie, gently pressing down to flatten the dough slightly. This helps create the traditional peanut butter cookie appearance.
- Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden brown and the centers appear set.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, which allows them to firm up and become more stable.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire cooling rack and allow them to cool completely. The cookies will continue to set and develop a crisp exterior as they cool.
- Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and better cookie texture.
- For extra crunch, consider adding chopped peanuts or a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking.
- Don't overmix the dough to keep the cookies tender and prevent toughness.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform size and even baking.
- Let cookies cool completely to develop their ideal crisp-yet-chewy texture.
- Store in an airtight container with parchment between layers to maintain freshness.
- For a gourmet twist, drizzle melted chocolate over cooled cookies.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 130kcal
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 10mg
