Description
Looking for a cookie that wraps you in warmth and history? Jimmy Carter’s Grandmother’s Peanut Butter Cookies deliver that nostalgic charm with each soft, chewy bite. This classic Southern recipe is full of rich peanut flavor and made with simple pantry ingredients, perfect for a quick dessert, easy baking project, or just when you’re craving a comforting sweet treat. Whether you’re after snack ideas, easy cookie recipes, or a bit of old-fashioned baking, this one fits right into your collection of easy food ideas.
Ingredients
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together peanut butter, softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls.
7. Place dough balls on baking sheet and flatten gently using a fork in a crisscross pattern.
8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden and centers are slightly soft.
9. Let cookies rest on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Always let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for at least 5 minutes to avoid breakage.
For extra chew, add 2 tablespoons of brown sugar and slightly underbake.
Want a crunchier version? Bake closer to 13 minutes and use crunchy peanut butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: peanut butter cookies, Southern baking, vintage recipes, easy cookie recipe, Jimmy Carter cookies