Old-Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) degrees. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, (I use my stand mixer with my paddle attachment, but a hand mixer also works) cream together the sugars and butter on medium speed until light and fluffy about 2-3 minutes. Scrap down the bowl as needed.

Step 4

Add in the egg to the butter mixture and beat to combine. Mix in peanut butter and vanilla until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Stir in the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Using a small cookie scoop, scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough and roll into balls with your hands and then roll in sugar. Place on baking sheet and flatten with fork. I flatten with a criss cross.

Step 7

Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set and middles are still slightly soft. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to continue cooling.