- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- Salt, to taste
- Additional whole wheat flour for rolling into balls
- Chopped peanuts or honey for topping (optional)
Steps
Easy Whole Wheat Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, and salt.
Step 3: In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and creamy peanut butter until smooth. Add the granulated sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
Step 4: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
Step 5: Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
Step 6: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
Step 7: Flatten each cookie slightly with a fork, making a crisscross pattern.
Step 8: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until they are lightly golden brown around the edges.
Step 9: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your delicious whole wheat peanut butter cookies!