Oatmeal Peanut Butter Cookies

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

Step 2

Whisk together flour, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.

Step 3

Using a stand mixer (or electric hand held mixer) at medium speed, beat butter, brown sugar, white sugar, vanilla extract and peanut butter until creamy (about 30 to 45 seconds).

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, and continue to beat until blended.

Step 5

Reduce mixer speed to low and slowly add flour mixture until blended.

Step 6

Add oats and stir until combined (using a large spoon or silicone spatula).

Step 7

Place dough in freezer for approximately 5 to 8 minutes to slightly stiffen.

Step 8

Using a 1 ½ tablespoon cookie scoop*, scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet about 3 inches apart.

Step 9

Bake for 13 to 16 minutes, or until lightly browned (cookies will still be soft in the center). Place baking sheet on a trivet or rack to allow cookies to cool for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.