BROWN SUGAR PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES

Recipe Notes: My mom frequently made these peanut butter cookies when I was young. These are great with milk!

Preparation Time: About 30 minutes

Quantity:

Source: Mom's recipes

Ingredients:

• 1/2 c. butter, softened
• 1/2 c. brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1 egg
• 1/2 tsp. baking soda
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
• Peanuts, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 375°F.
• Cream butter with sugar and peanut butter. Add vanilla and egg, beating until fluffy.
• Stir in baking soda and salt. Blend in flour. Mix until a stiff dough forms.
• Shape into walnut-sized balls. Place on lightly greased cookie sheets. Press with fork to flatten. Sprinkle with peanuts, if desired.
• Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned.

Tips:

• For extra crunchiness, add 1/2 cup chopped peanuts to the dough after mixing in the flour.