Jimmy Carter’s Grandmother’s Classic Peanut Butter Cookies
These classic peanut butter cookies are rich, sweet, and have a delightful crunch from the sugar coating. They are a nostalgic treat that brings comfort and joy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- additional granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking soda, salt, and flour, then gradually add to the wet mixture.
- Roll small portions of dough into 1-inch balls and coat in granulated sugar.
- Place the sugar-coated balls on the baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
- Press each ball down with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are light golden brown.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For a festive touch, dust with powdered sugar before serving.