Peanut Butter Cookies

This is an old but easy Peanut Butter cookie recipe that I got out of Dolly Partons Tennessee Mountain Home Cooking cookbook. It is simple and easy - a good recipe to involve the kids.

Peanut Butter Cookies
Peanut Butter Cookies

This is an old but easy Peanut Butter cookie recipe that I got out of Dolly Partons Tennessee Mountain Home Cooking cookbook. It is simple and easy - a good recipe to involve the kids.

  • Preparing Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Served Person: 24
  • Carbohydrate 13.24533670046 g
  • Cholesterol 17.9907638887508 mg
  • Fat 6.44800091720719 g
  • Fiber 0.454830571981145 g
  • Protein 2.17208867754946 g
  • Saturated Fat 2.98574496834609 g
  • Serving Size 1 1 Serving (27g)
  • Sodium 33.7993804079866 mg
  • Sugar 12.7905061284789 g
  • Trans Fat 0.438389872431155 g
  • Calories 116 calories

Step-by-step

  • Cream shortening OR stick of butter together.
  • Add sugars gradually.
  • Add beaten egg.
  • Add all other dry ingredients.
  • Spoon batter on a cookie sheet.
  • (I like to allow the batter to cool in the refrigerator for about 20-30 minutes. This makes it easier to handle. At that point I take a small amount of batter in my hands and roll it into balls before placing it on the cookie sheet.)
  • You can flatten each cookie with a fork as you see with many peanut butter cookies, but I just allow mine to cook flat on their own and they always turn out just fine.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes.
  • This recipe makes about 20-25 cookies depending on the size you want.
Grandma's Secret Peanut Butter Cookies

The Sweetest Memories: A Peanut Butter Cookie Tale

My kitchen has always been my happy place. The aroma of baking bread, the gentle sizzle of onions in a pan, the comforting rhythm of chopping vegetables – these are the sounds and smells of home, of family, of memories made and cherished. Today, I want to share one of my most treasured recipes – a simple, yet incredibly delicious, peanut butter cookie recipe that’s been passed down through generations. It’s more than just a recipe; it’s a story of family, of simple pleasures, and of the love that’s baked into every single bite.

This recipe isn’t some fancy, five-star creation requiring obscure ingredients and hours of meticulous preparation. No, this is a cookie recipe that’s as comforting as a warm hug on a cold winter’s day. It’s a recipe that I learned from my own grandmother, a woman who knew the secret to making even the simplest things taste extraordinary. Her kitchen was always filled with the intoxicating aroma of baking, and her cookies were legendary – a beloved treat for family gatherings, holidays, and just those spontaneous moments when a little sweetness was needed.

The magic of this recipe lies not in complicated techniques or exotic ingredients but in the simplicity of its components and the love that goes into its making. It’s a recipe perfect for involving the little ones. They can help with measuring the ingredients, carefully spooning the batter onto the baking sheet, and even rolling the dough into little balls – creating memories that are as sweet as the cookies themselves. The whole process is a lovely, bonding experience that strengthens family ties, one cookie at a time.

I remember countless afternoons spent in Grandma's kitchen, flour dusting our clothes and giggles echoing through the air as we helped her bake these cookies. Each batch was an adventure, a lesson in patience and precision, and a taste of pure joy. The warmth of the oven, the tantalizing scent filling the house, the anticipation of tasting the warm, gooey cookies straight from the sheet – these are sensory experiences that I hold dear to my heart, images that paint a picture of a simpler time, filled with love and laughter.

These peanut butter cookies are more than just a dessert; they're a gateway to memories. They transport me back to those idyllic afternoons, reminding me of the love and warmth that filled our family kitchen. And as I bake them today, I hope that my own family will create their own precious memories, sharing in the sweet taste of tradition and the comforting aroma of home. It’s more than just a recipe; it’s a legacy. It's a love letter written in flour, sugar, and peanut butter.

So, gather your ingredients, gather your loved ones, and let the baking begin. Let the sweet aroma of peanut butter cookies fill your home, bringing with it a taste of nostalgia, a sense of family, and the simple joy of a perfectly baked treat. Because sometimes, the sweetest moments are the simplest ones. The memories made in the kitchen are the ones that last a lifetime.

This recipe, passed down through generations, reminds me that the best things in life are often the most simple. The joy of sharing these cookies with loved ones is immeasurable, a testament to the enduring power of family, tradition, and the simple pleasure of a perfectly baked peanut butter cookie.