Classic Peanut Butter Cookies

Instructions

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   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

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   In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup creamy peanut butter,

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   5 cup granulated sugar, and

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   5 cup brown sugar. Mix until smooth and creamy.

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   Add 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the mixture. Stir until fully incorporated.

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   Sprinkle in

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   5 teaspoon baking soda and

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   25 teaspoon salt. Mix until all ingredients are well combined and a dough forms.

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   Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.

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    Use a fork to gently press a crisscross pattern onto the top of each cookie, flattening them slightly.

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    Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

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    Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

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    Enjoy your classic peanut butter cookies!