Preparation time: 10 minutes
Baking time: About 12 minutes

If you want a more interesting texture, substitute crunchy peanut butter for smooth.

Peanut butter is a good source of vegetable protein, fiber, folic acid, minerals, vitamin E, good monounsaturated fatty acids and calories. A simple spoonful of peanut butter can provide children with the energy they need during the day. So when you find the good taste of peanut butter in a homemade cookie, it’s a double treat.

If the school doesn’t allow peanut-based foods, serve the cookies with a glass of milk as an after-school snack.

1. In a bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt.
2. In another bowl, cream together the butter, peanut butter, brown sugar and sugar until light. Blend in the egg. 
3. Mix the dry ingredients into the peanut butter mixture.
4. Roll the dough into balls about 2.5 cm (1”) in diameter and place on a non-stick cookie sheet.
5. Flatten the balls with a fork, making a criss-cross pattern on the tops.
6. Bake in a preheated 180° C (350° F) oven for about 12 minutes or until the cookies are lightly browned. Cool on a rack.