Jimmy Carter’s Grandmother’s Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe
Bake a nostalgic batch of Jimmy Carter’s Grandmother’s Peanut Butter Cookies, made with creamy peanut butter and pantry staples. These classic cookies are rich, chewy, and full of peanut flavor—perfect with a glass of milk or shared with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 18 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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1 cup peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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Pinch of salt
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter and sugar until smooth.
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Add the egg, vanilla, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
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Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Press each ball with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
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Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden at the edges.
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Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a rack.
Notes
These cookies are naturally gluten-free. For extra flavor, sprinkle sea salt on top before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg