Giant Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe

Name: Giant Peanut Butter Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, softened; 1/2 cup peanut butter; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 large egg; 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 375u00b0.
2
In large bowl, combine sugars, margarine, peanut butter, vanilla and egg; beat well.
3
Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup and level off.
4
Add flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; mix well.
5
If you are making the large cookies, it helps to chill the dough for an hour or so at this point, before shaping. It seems to make a firmer cookie--less likely to break. If you aren't concerned about that, you can skip this step.
6
Shape about 1/4 cup dough (for 3-inch cookie) into a ball and place 4 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet (6 per sheet).
7
Bake at 375u00b0 for 13-16 minutes.
8
Remove from cookie sheet and cool completely on wire rack.

758

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, softened, 1/2 cup peanut butter, and more.

Yes, Giant Peanut Butter Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Giant Peanut Butter Cookies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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