Cozy Peanut Butter Football Cookies
Soft, chewy peanut butter cookies shaped like little footballs, perfect for game day or cozy snacks. Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients and a nostalgic flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 52 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240g) creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (110g) packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/2 cup (90g) mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Beat on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract. Mix until fully incorporated, about 1 minute.
- Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture. Fold in gently or beat briefly to combine evenly.
- If using, fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Once chilled, scoop 1.5 tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Shape each mound gently into a football shape—an oval with pointed ends.
- Use a fork or a small knife to score three short lines across the middle of each football, mimicking laces.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set and lightly golden but centers remain soft.
- Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Chilling the dough is key to maintaining the football shape and intensifying flavors. Use brown sugar for chewiness. Avoid overbaking to keep cookies soft. Store in airtight container with a slice of bread to keep moist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
Keywords: peanut butter cookies, football cookies, soft cookies, chewy cookies, game day treats, easy cookies, gluten-free cookies