Peanut Butter Cookies (Classic Cross-Hatch Pattern)

These classic peanut butter cookies are soft in the center, lightly crisp on the edges, and instantly recognizable by their signature cross-hatch pattern made with a fork. Simple ingredients, big peanut butter flavor, and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together peanut butter, butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
6. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 5 cm apart.
7. Use a fork to gently press each ball down, then press again in the opposite direction to create a cross-hatch pattern.
8. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
9. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.