How to Make Moist and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something incredibly satisfying about the combination of salty and sweet, especially when it comes in the form of a warm, moist and chewy peanut butter cookie. This classic treat has been a favorite for generations, and it's not hard to see why. The rich, nutty flavor of peanut butter paired with the sweetness of sugar and the bite of salt makes for a truly irresistible combination.

Whether you're enjoying them with a glass of milk, packing them in a lunchbox, or sharing them ...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup reduced fat margarine
  • ½ cup reduced fat peanut butter
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¾ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt

Information

  • Servings: 18
  • Yield: 3 dozen

  • Mix margarine, peanut butter, sugar and egg. Stir in baking powder, baking soda, salt and flour.
  • Chill dough for several hours or overnight.
  • Roll dough into 1 1/4 inch balls. Place 3 inches apart on lightly greased baking sheet. Flatten crisscross style with a fork dipped in flour or sugar.
  • Bake for 10 minutes at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Nutrition

    154 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 176mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Calcium: 21mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 80mg