Peanut Butter Cookies (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder.
02 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt.
03 - 1 large egg.
04 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar.
05 - 1/2 cup peanut butter.
06 - 1/2 cup butter, softened.
07 - 3/4 teaspoon baking soda.
08 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour.
09 - 1/2 cup brown sugar, gently packed.

# Instructions:

01 - Whip softened butter in a mixing bowl until it's super fluffy, around 2 minutes.
02 - Toss in the granulated and brown sugars, then keep beating for another 2 minutes until smooth.
03 - Blend peanut butter into the sugar and butter mixture until it combines perfectly.
04 - Beat the egg in until the mix turns silky and smooth.
05 - In a different bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
06 - Carefully fold the dry mix into the wet ingredients until just blended.
07 - Wrap the dough tightly using plastic wrap and chill for at least 3 hours.
08 - When it's baking time, set your oven to 375°F.
09 - Roll chilled dough into small balls, about 1 1/4 inches in size.
10 - Space the dough balls 3 inches apart on bare baking sheets.
11 - Flatten each dough ball using a fork dipped in sugar, making a crisscross design.
12 - Slide one baking sheet into the middle rack of the oven at a time.
13 - Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges have a light golden color.
14 - Let them sit on the baking sheet for exactly 1 minute before moving.
15 - Place the cookies on a cooling rack until they're fully cooled down.

# Notes:

01 - Timeless treat.
02 - Soft inside, crisp edges.
03 - Signature fork design.
04 - Dough stores well.

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