Follow these steps for perfect results
soft margarine
soft
smooth peanut butter
caster sugar
demerara sugar
plain flour
salt
Blend soft margarine with peanut butter until smooth.
Stir in caster sugar and demerara sugar until well combined.
Gradually stir in plain flour and salt to form a dough.
Shape the dough into approximately 15 small balls.
Place the dough balls on a baking tray, spacing them evenly.
Flatten each ball slightly with a fork dipped in flour, creating a criss-cross pattern.
Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for about 15 minutes, or until pale brown.
Let the cookies cool slightly on the baking tray before transferring them to a cooling rack.
Allow the cookies to cool completely on the cooling rack before serving.
Expert advice for the best results
For a richer flavor, use brown butter.
Add chocolate chips for a chocolate peanut butter cookie.
Everything you need to know before you start
5 minutes
Dough can be made ahead and chilled.
Serve on a plate or in a cookie jar.
Serve with a glass of milk.
Enjoy as an afternoon snack.
Pairs well with peanut butter cookies.
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