Description
Peanut Butter Heart Cookies are a delightful blend of sweet and nutty flavors, shaped into charming hearts perfect for any occasion. With a soft, chewy texture and rich peanut butter taste, these cookies are a heartwarming treat that will impress family and friends. Easy to prepare, they are ideal for cozy gatherings or as an everyday snack to satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup unsweetened peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda until combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and peanut butter using an electric mixer until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop tablespoon-sized balls onto the prepared baking sheets about two inches apart. Press each ball down gently with a fork to form heart shapes.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg