Perfect Peanut Butter Cookies

October 13, 2024 by Cook Best Recipes, Updated October 13, 2024

These peanut butter cookies are absolute PERFECTION with a soft, rich, and chewy texture and a coating of crunchy peanut sprinkles!

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (108g) unsalted butter, room temp
• 2/3 cup (175g) creamy peanut butter
• 3/4 cup (155g) light brown sugar
• 3 tbsp (57g) honey
• 1 large egg
• 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 3/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp kosher salt
• 2 tsp cornstarch
• 1 1/3 cup (175g) all-purpose flour
• 3 tbsp granulated sugar (for sprinkles)
• 3 tbsp sparkling sugar (or more granulated sugar)
• 3 tbsp rainbow sprinkles
• 1/4 cup dry roasted salted peanuts, finely chopped

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer with the paddle attachment to mix the butter and peanut butter until smooth.
2. Add the brown sugar and mix until fully incorporated.
3. Mix in the honey, egg, and vanilla extract.
4. Incorporate the baking soda, salt, and cornstarch until well mixed.
5. Gradually mix in the flour using a rubber spatula to ensure everything is fully combined.
6. Cover the bowl and chill the dough for at least 30 minutes for ideal texture; longer for thicker cookies.
7. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
8. In a small dish, combine the peanut sprinkles.
9. Using a large cookie scoop (about 3 tablespoons), scoop the dough and roll it in the peanut sprinkles.
10. Place 4 cookies on the baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes until the edges are golden and the centers look slightly puffed.
11. After baking, use a fork to nudge the sides for uniform shape, then let the cookies rest briefly before transferring them to a cooling rack.
12. Enjoy your cookies at room temperature for the best flavor!

Helpful Tips

You can chill the dough overnight for even better results. Just remember to roll and coat the balls before chilling.

Nutritional Information

Note: Nutritional information is not provided but can be calculated based on ingredients used.