If you love soft, thick, and ultra-chewy peanut butter cookies, you’ve just found your new go-to recipe! These cookies are packed with rich peanut butter flavor, perfectly sweet, and have a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture with just the right amount of chew.

The best part? They’re easy to make, require no chill time, and are absolutely addictive! Whether you enjoy them plain, dipped in chocolate, or with a glass of milk, these cookies will become a household favorite in no time.

Why You’ll Love These Peanut Butter Cookies

✔ No-Chill Dough: Mix, scoop, and bake—no waiting required!
✔ Soft & Chewy Texture: Thick, tender, and slightly gooey inside.
✔ Packed with Peanut Butter Flavor: Every bite is rich and nutty!
✔ One-Bowl Recipe: Minimal cleanup for maximum deliciousness.
✔ Freezer-Friendly: Make a batch now and save some for later!

What Do These Peanut Butter Cookies Taste Like?

These cookies are soft, thick, and buttery with a rich peanut butter flavor that isn’t overly sweet. The brown sugar adds a deep caramel-like chewiness, while the vanilla rounds out the flavor beautifully. If you love classic peanut butter cookies but want them extra thick and soft, this recipe is for you!

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Cookies:

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened – Adds richness and keeps the cookies soft.
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter – The key ingredient! Use a good-quality peanut butter like Jif or Skippy.
• 1 cup granulated sugar – For sweetness and a slightly crisp edge.
• ½ cup brown sugar, packed – Adds chewiness and a deeper flavor.

• 1 large egg – Helps bind everything together.
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract – Enhances the peanut butter flavor.
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour – The perfect base for thick cookies.
• ½ teaspoon baking soda – Helps with a little lift.
• ¼ teaspoon salt – Balances the sweetness and enhances flavor.

Optional Add-Ins:

• ½ cup chocolate chips – Because peanut butter + chocolate = heaven! 🍫
• ½ cup chopped peanuts – For extra crunch.
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon – Adds a warm, cozy flavor.
• Drizzle of melted chocolate – A delicious finishing touch!

How to Make Thick and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies

Step 1: Preheat & Prepare

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2: Cream the Butter & Sugars

3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).

Step 3: Add Egg & Vanilla

4. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.

Step 4: Combine the Dry Ingredients

5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. (Don’t overmix! This keeps the cookies soft.)

Step 5: Scoop & Shape

7. Use a cookie scoop or spoon to scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet.
8. For the classic peanut butter cookie look, use a fork to press down gently in a crisscross pattern.

Step 6: Bake & Cool

9. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers look slightly soft.
10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 7: Enjoy!

11. Serve with a glass of cold milk or drizzle with melted chocolate for extra indulgence!

Tips for the Best Peanut Butter Cookies

✔ Use creamy peanut butter – Natural peanut butter can make the dough too dry and crumbly. Stick with brands like Jif or Skippy.
✔ Don’t overbake! – The cookies should look slightly underdone when you take them out. They’ll firm up as they cool.
✔ For extra thickness – Chill the dough for 20–30 minutes before baking.
✔ Want extra chewiness? – Swap out ¼ cup of granulated sugar for more brown sugar.
✔ Make them jumbo-sized – Use ¼ cup of dough per cookie and bake for 12–14 minutes.

What to Serve with Peanut Butter Cookies

🥛 With a glass of milk – The classic combo!
🍫 Dipped in chocolate – Because peanut butter and chocolate are best friends.
🍨 Crumble over ice cream – Adds an amazing crunch!
🍌 With sliced bananas – A peanut butter banana dream.

Storage & Freezing Tips

Room Temperature:

• Store cookies in an airtight container at room temp for up to 5 days.

Refrigerator:

• Keep in an airtight container for up to 7 days.

Freezer:

• Unbaked Dough: Scoop dough balls onto a baking sheet, freeze until firm, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake directly from frozen, adding an extra 2 minutes to the bake time.
• Baked Cookies: Store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temp before serving.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I use crunchy peanut butter?

Yes! If you love a little crunch in your cookies, swap out creamy peanut butter for crunchy.

Can I make these gluten-free?

Yes! Use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend for an easy GF version.

How do I make these cookies extra soft?

• Use room temperature butter (not melted).
• Don’t overmix the dough.
• Slightly underbake them—they’ll set as they cool!

Can I make these without eggs?

Yes! Substitute ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce or a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water).

Can I double this recipe?

Absolutely! Just double all ingredients and bake in batches.

Final Thoughts on These Peanut Butter Cookies

These Thick and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies are the ultimate peanut butter lover’s dream! They’re soft, rich, perfectly sweet, and packed with peanut butter goodness. Whether you enjoy them as-is or jazz them up with chocolate, they’re guaranteed to be a crowd favorite.

Tried this recipe? Let me know in the comments, and don’t forget to share your photos on Pinterest! 🥜🍪✨