How to Make Tried 'n' True Peanut Butter Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a classic peanut butter cookie. With its rich, nutty flavor and its chewy, melt-in-your-mouth texture, it's no wonder that this beloved cookie has been a staple in American kitchens for generations. Whether you're baking these cookies for a special occasion, a holiday gathering, or simply as a treat for yourself, our Tried 'n' True Peanut Butter Cookies recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups butter flavored shortening
  • 4 cups peanut butter
  • 3 cups sugar
  • 3 cups packed brown sugar
  • 8 eggs
  • 4 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • 9 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 teaspoons baking soda
  • 4 teaspoons salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 108
  • Yield: 108 servings

  • In a large mixing bowl, cream shortening, peanut butter and sugars. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla and water. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture.
  • Drop by heaping tablespoons 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Flatten with a fork. Bake at 350 degrees F for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.