Ingredients
– 1 cup creamy peanut butter
– 1 cup brown sugar
– 1 large egg
– 1 cup rolled oats
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– A pinch of salt
– Optional: chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowl
– Whisk or spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Baking sheet
– Parchment paper (optional)
– Cookie scoop or spoon
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, I preheat my oven to 350°F (175°C). There’s something about warming up the oven that makes the whole house feel inviting. In a large mixing bowl, I combine the creamy peanut butter and brown sugar, stirring until it’s a smooth, beautiful mixture. The rich smell of peanut butter is enough to make anyone’s mouth water! Once well combined, I crack in the large egg and add in the vanilla extract, mixing until everything is well incorporated. (See the next page below to continue steps…)