In the mood for homemade cookies? These crisp, chewy treats are a delicious way to show someone you care. “The original treasured recipe is the only one my grandmother wrote down,” says Janet Hall of Clinton, Wisconsin. Freeze any remaining cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw cookies at room temperature before serving.
Crisp and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies
Crisp and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
10 min
Yield
1 dozen
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup shortening
- 1/3 cup peanut butter
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Directions
- In a small bowl, cream the shortening, peanut butter and sugars. Beat in egg. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture and mix well.
- Roll into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place 3 in. apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Flatten with a fork. Bake at 375° for 10-15 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts
1 each: 180 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 144mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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