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    Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies

    Published on May 14, 2018 - Updated on January 13, 2023 by Chef Rodney - 1 Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    A delicious old fashioned peanut butter cookie with a nice crunch. Just like my mom used to make when I was growing up.
     
    Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies

    This Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies recipe is very similar to my other peanut butter cookie recipe, but with a few minor tweaks.

    Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies

    I suspect I like Peanut Butter cookies because I grew up eating Peanut Butter and Jam sandwiches. I thank God I am not allergic to peanuts! Plus peanuts and peanut butter are a good source of protein.

    In any case, there is nothing super special about this recipe compared to the thousands of other recipes out there, but I can assure you that you will absolutely love these cookies!

    If you love your mom's old-time peanut butter cookies, then this recipe is for you! Super easy to make and if you like to bake, you probably already have all the ingredients in your pantry.

    🥜 Nut Allergies

    This recipe may contain peanuts or other nuts and seeds as one of its ingredients. Please take the appropriate precautions.

    For more great recipes with Peanut Butter, I suggest you check these recipes out:

    • Creamy Peanut Butter Apple Dip
    • Peanut Butter Cake
    • Peanut Butter Turkey Meatballs
    • Asian Noodles with Peanut Dressing

    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this old fashioned peanut butter cookies recipe (see recipe card for quantities): All Purpose Flour, Baking Soda, Salt, Vegetable Shortening, White Sugar, Light Brown Sugar, Eggs, Peanut Butter and Vanilla Extract.

    🥣 How to Make Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies

    Preheat oven to 375°F.
    Sift flour with soda and salt into a mixing bowl. Set aside.
    Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or coat with your favorite non-stick spray.
    In a large mixing bowl, cream shortening with both the brown and white sugar. Add eggs and beat until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
    Stir in the peanut butter and beat well. Add flour mixture and mix well. Add vanilla extract and mix again.
    Using a cookie scoop, put cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheet.
    With a fork, gently press down crossways on the dough balls, then press the opposite directions creating a waffle design on the cookie top.
    Bake for 16 to 18 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
    Once done, remove the cookies from the baking sheet immediately and place on a cooling rack.

    Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies

    Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies

    A delicious old fashioned peanut butter cookie with a nice crunch. Just like my mom used to make when I was growing up.
    4.38 from 8 votes
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    Prep Time 3 mins
    Cook Time 17 mins
    Cooling Time 5 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Cookies
    Cuisine American
    Servings 36
    Calories 178 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 3 Cups All Purpose Flour
    • 2 teaspoon Baking Soda
    • ¼ teaspoon Salt
    • 1 Cup Vegetable Shortening
    • 1 Cup White Sugar
    • 1 Cup Light Brown Sugar
    • 2 Eggs
    • 1 Cup Peanut Butter
    • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 375°F.
    • Sift flour with soda and salt into a mixing bowl. Set aside.
    • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or coat with your favorite non-stick spray.
    • In a large mixing bowl, cream shortening with both the brown and white sugar. Add eggs and beat until mixture is smooth and fluffy.
    • Add peanut butter and beat well. Add flour mixture and mix well. Add vanilla extract and mix again.
    • Using a cookie scoop, put cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheet.
    • With a fork, gently press down crossways on the dough balls, then press the opposite directions creating a waffle design on the cookie top.
    • Bake for 16 to 18 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
    • Once done, remove the cookies from baking sheet immediately and place on a cooling rack.

    Notes

    → If you or anyone consuming this recipe has a nut allergy, please take the appropriate precautions.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 178kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 124mgPotassium: 69mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 15IUCalcium: 11mgIron: 0.7mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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    1 Comment

    1. Mickey

      August 24, 2022 at 9:04 am

      These cookies are easy to make and who does not like peanut butter. My kids loved them, and of course I also loved them. I also added a few mini chocolate chips because I had them on hand, but even without them, i could tell they would be delicious.

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