Blue Ribbon Peanut Butter Cookies
- Preparing Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Served Person: 48
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine i always use butter
- 1/2 cup peanut butter crunchy or smooth
- 1 1/4 cups sifted all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar use to roll cookie balls in
- Carbohydrate 9.19849170728665 g
- Cholesterol 18.4558854231445 mg
- Fat 5.99070944731962 g
- Fiber 0.197904516721805 g
- Protein 1.01667572941408 g
- Saturated Fat 3.55820173774877 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (22g)
- Sodium 42.6963298840303 mg
- Sugar 9.00058719056485 g
- Trans Fat 0.463201600878386 g
- Calories 93 calories
My Blue Ribbon Peanut Butter Cookies: A Taste of Family History
These aren't just cookies; they're a tangible link to my past, a sweet taste of family tradition. The recipe itself is a handwritten treasure, passed down from my mother, who received it as a wedding gift in 1952. I've held onto it carefully all these years, its slightly faded ink a testament to countless batches baked with love and happy memories. The original cookbook remains a mystery; its name lost to time, but the recipe within is anything but forgotten. Winning a blue ribbon at the South Plains Fair in Lubbock, Texas, back in 1981, with these very cookies was a moment of pure joy. It solidified the recipe’s special place in our family. It's more than just a recipe; it’s a story.
Over the years, these cookies have become a cherished tradition, synonymous with birthdays, Father's Day, and Christmas. My father-in-law, a man of simple pleasures, would request nothing else. The soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture, the perfect balance between sweet and nutty – it was his favorite, and something I always looked forward to making for him. Even today, the aroma of these baking cookies evokes a sense of warmth and nostalgia, reminding me of family gatherings, laughter, and the comforting presence of loved ones. The secret, I've discovered, lies in the baking process. It's a delicate dance between perfectly golden-brown edges and a soft, chewy center. Overbake, and they become brittle; underbake, and they remain gummy. It's this subtle balance that makes them truly special. It’s a skill I've perfected over the decades, and a skill I want to share with you.
More than just a delicious treat, these cookies represent the enduring power of family recipes, the legacy of culinary traditions passed down through generations. They’re a testament to the love and care that goes into each ingredient, each step of the process. They’re more than just cookies; they’re a connection to my roots, a taste of home, a slice of my family's history, baked fresh and ready to enjoy. So, try these cookies. They’re more than just a recipe; they’re an experience. And maybe, just maybe, they'll become a treasured tradition in your family too.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter (or margarine)
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (crunchy or smooth)
- 1 1/4 cups sifted all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
Step-by-step
- Cream butter, peanut butter, both sugars, egg and vanilla.
- Sift together all the dry ingredients; blend into creamed mixture.
- Shape in 1 inch balls; roll in granulated sugar.
- Place 2 inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet.
- Press balls with a fork making a crisscross on top or press a peanut half into the top of the balls.
- Bake at 375 degree oven for 10 to 12 minutes.
- Cool slightly; remove from pan.
