Sweet Country

The Sweet Country Cookie is a rich and satisfying peanut butter cookie inspired by simple country baking. Made with creamy peanut butter and baked to soft perfection, these cookies have a classic flavor that peanut butter lovers can't resist.

With their signature crisscross fork pattern and soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture, these cookies are a staple in any homemade cookie collection.

This easy peanut butter cookie recipe is perfect for baking with family, sharing with friends, or enjoying with a glass of cold milk.

Makes About 2 dozen cookies

Ingredients

2 (240 grams) cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 tsp. kosher salt

1 cup (230 grams) creamy peanut butter

3/4 cup (175 grams) packed brown sugar

3/4 cup (175 grams) granulated sugar, plus more for dusting

1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, at room temperature

2 large eggs

1 tsp. pure vanilla extract

crushed peanuts, for sprinkling 

flaky sea salt, for sprinkling 

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and kosher salt.

In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the peanut butter, brown and granulated sugars, and butter on medium speed until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on medium speed until creamy. Mix in the vanilla. Add the flour mixture and mix on low speed just until combined.

Scoop 1 1/2 tablespoons (or use a #40 scoop) and place the balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Dust with granulated sugar, then use a fork to press the balls into 1/4-inch-thick rounds. Sprinkle with crushed peanuts and/or sea salt, if using.

Bake the cookies until light brown on the edges, about 15 minutes. Allow to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then remove to a wire rack to cool.