Ingredients

  • 1 c. butter
  • 1 c. peanut butter
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 1 c. brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 1/2 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp. salt

Method

  • Mix butter, peanut butter, sugar and egg thoroughly.
  • Measure flour by sifting.
  • Blend all ingredients (dry).
  • Stir into shortening mixture.
  • Chill dough.
  • Preheat oven to 375°.
  • Roll dough into 1 1/4-inch balls.
  • Place 3-inches apart on lightly greased cookie sheet.
  • Flatten crisscross style with fork dipped in sugar.
  • Bake 10 to 12 minutes.