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100-Calorie Peanut Butter Cookies - Simple, Satisfying, and Light

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter (well-stirred)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
  • 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips (optional, but tasty)

Method
 

  1. Preheat and prep: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix the wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk the peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth and glossy.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate small bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Bring it together: Add the dry mixture to the wet and fold until just combined. If using, fold in the mini chocolate chips. The dough will be thick.
  5. Portion the dough: Scoop about 1 heaping tablespoon per cookie (around 24–26 grams each). Roll into balls and space them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
  6. Flatten gently: Use your fingers or the bottom of a glass to press each ball to about 1/2 inch thick. For a classic look, make a crisscross pattern with a fork.
  7. Bake: Bake for 8–10 minutes, until the edges look set and the tops are slightly cracked. They should still look soft in the center.
  8. Cool: Let the cookies rest on the sheet for 5 minutes, then move to a rack to cool completely. They firm up as they cool.