Mrs. Sigg's Peanut Butter Cookies

My husband loves all of my cookie recipes, but this one is his all time favorite!! Very rich, and full of peanut butter flavor. When I bake these, the cookie jar empties out really fast!

• Calories: 129 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• ½ cup butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ cup butter flavored shortening
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Cream the butter, butter flavored shortening, and sugars. Add eggs and blend. Add peanut butter and vanilla. Add dry ingredients and stir until well blended.

Step 2

Measure out tablespoonfuls of dough and roll into balls. Place 3 inches apart on lightly greased cookie sheets. Make criss-cross pattern with fork.

Step 3

Bake in a pre-heated oven at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) 8-10 minutes until set, but not hard. Do not overbake. Leave on sheets for 2 minutes before removing. Cool, and store in covered container.