Ingredients

  • 1 c. granulated sugar
  • 1 c. shortening
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1 c. packed brown sugar
  • 1 c. chunky peanut butter
  • 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp. baking powder

Method

  • Preheat oven to 375°.
  • Mix sugars. shortening, peanut butter and eggs. Stir in the dry ingredients.
  • Shape dough into 1-inch balls.
  • Place 2 inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Pat down each ball.
  • Bake until set but not hard, about 10 minutes. Cool slightly before removing from cookie sheet.