Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup margarine (softened)
  • 1/3 cup reduced-fat peanut butter
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

Method

  • Mix together powdered sugar, egg, margarine, peanut butter, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
  • Slowly add flour and baking soda while mixing.
  • Dough will be thick but only slightly sticky. Put in refrigerator to chill for 90 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Roll out dough onto lightly floured surface to 1/4 inch thick. Cut out cookies in desired shapes (about 2-21/2 inch cookies).
  • Place cookies on lightly greased baking sheet and sprinkle some granulated sugars on top.
  • Cook for 7-8 minutes until edges are only lightly browned. Cookie will remain light in color.
  • Cool on rack for 5-10 minutes. Store in airtight container up to 2 weeks.