Jimmy Carter’s Grandmother’s Peanut Butter Cookies – Classic, Simple, and Perfectly Sweet
Sometimes the simplest recipes are the best — and Jimmy Carter’s Grandmother’s Peanut Butter Cookies prove it! With just four pantry staples, these soft, chewy cookies deliver the pure, nutty flavor of old-fashioned peanut butter goodness. They come together in minutes, require no special equipment, and bake into golden perfection. Perfect for a quick dessert, a nostalgic treat, or an afternoon snack with milk.
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Makes about 15 cookies — just enough to share, or to keep all to yourself for a taste of pure Southern comfort!
Directions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This moderate temperature ensures the cookies bake evenly, developing crisp edges while staying soft inside.
