Ingredients (about 24 cookies):
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1 cup peanut butter (smooth or chunky, your choice)
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1 cup sugar (white or ½ white + ½ brown sugar for softer cookies)
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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½ teaspoon baking soda (optional, adds a little lift)
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Pinch of salt (optional, if your peanut butter isn’t salted)
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, mix together peanut butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth. Add baking soda and salt if using.
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Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place on the baking sheet.
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Use a fork to press a crisscross pattern on top of each cookie.
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Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
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Let cool on the sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Tips:
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For extra chewy cookies, use brown sugar instead of white.
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For peanut butter lovers, stir in ½ cup of peanut butter chips or chocolate chips.