Big Grandma's Best Peanut Butter Cookies
A cherished family recipe from my husband's grandmother, these melt-in-your-mouth cookies are a unique twist on the classic. No fork marks here, just a delightful crackled sugar finish that everyone loves!
Steps for Big Grandma's Best Peanut Butter Cookies
Here's a step-by-step instructions for making Big Grandma's Best Peanut Butter Cookies:
- Cream together the sugars, Crisco, peanut butter.
- Add the eggs and vanilla.
- Sift the dry ingredients together and add gradually until blended well.
- Roll into tablespoon size balls.
- Roll cookie dough balls into sugar.
- Place on cookie sheets- do not mash with fork in normal "peanut butter cookie" fashion!
- Bake at 350° oven for 11-13 minutes.
Why you'll love Big Grandma's Best Peanut Butter Cookies
- Irresistible Flavor: Big Grandma's Best Peanut Butter Cookies are renowned for their rich, creamy peanut butter flavor that perfectly balances sweetness and saltiness, making each bite a delightful treat for peanut butter lovers.
- Homemade Goodness: These cookies are made with high-quality, wholesome ingredients that evoke the feeling of home-baked goodness, offering a nostalgic taste that reminds you of the warmth and comfort of Grandma's kitchen.
- Versatile Enjoyment: Whether enjoyed as a snack, paired with a glass of milk, or crumbled over ice cream, Big Grandma's Best Peanut Butter Cookies are versatile treats that can enhance any dessert experience or simply satisfy a sweet craving.
What to Serve With This
Big Grandma's Best Peanut Butter Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup Butter Flavor Crisco
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter (Skippy)
- 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 cups flour (1/4 cup more if needed)
Instructions
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Cream together the sugars, Crisco, peanut butter.
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Add the eggs and vanilla.
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Sift the dry ingredients together and add gradually until blended well.
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Roll into tablespoon size balls.
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Roll cookie dough balls into sugar.
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Place on cookie sheets- do not mash with fork in normal "peanut butter cookie" fashion!
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Bake at 350° oven for 11-13 minutes.
Notes
- Ensure that you use room temperature ingredients, particularly the butter and eggs, to achieve a creamy and well-blended cookie dough that results in soft and chewy cookies.
- Don't over-bake the cookies; remove them from the oven when they are slightly undercooked in the center, as they will continue to set while cooling on the baking sheet, ensuring they remain moist and delicious.
