National Peanut Butter Cookie Day 2025

Celebrate National Peanut Butter Cookie Day with a Sweet, Simple Treat from Good Thyme Gal

Hey cookie lovers! 🍪

June 12th marks National Peanut Butter Cookie Day, and here at Good Thyme Gal, we’re ready to celebrate one of the simplest, most nostalgic, and satisfying sweet treats around: the classic peanut butter cookie. Whether you're a seasoned home baker or just looking for a quick joy-filled recipe, this holiday is the perfect excuse to preheat your oven and stir up some comfort.

Let’s talk about why this day matters, how it aligns with our kitchen philosophy, and of course, share a no-fuss, no-mixer peanut butter cookie recipe that’s equal parts accessible, affordable, and 100% delicious.

🌟 Why Celebrate National Peanut Butter Cookie Day?

Some food holidays are just fun. But National Peanut Butter Cookie Day? It’s joyful and practical. Here’s why this sweet celebration is worth embracing:

• Pantry-friendly: Peanut butter cookies are made from ingredients most of us already have on hand. No fancy tools or shopping trips required.

• Inclusive & affordable: With simple swaps, this recipe can be made gluten-free, dairy-free, and even egg-free!!! (perfect for every table and budget.)

• Low waste, big reward: Using up that last scoop of peanut butter or overripe banana? Cookies to the rescue.

These cookies embody what Good Thyme Gal is all about: flavorful simplicity, low-waste cooking, and joyful nourishment that works for everyday life.

🌿 How Peanut Butter Cookies Align with Good Thyme Gal

At Good Thyme Gal, we believe in making food that’s:

• Accessible to every home cook

• Seasonally aligned and low-impact

• Celebratory without being complicated

Peanut butter cookies hit all three. They’re a treat that invites play and personalization. Add some chopped nuts, drizzle melted chocolate, or even stir in a pinch of spice (like cinnamon or smoked paprika!) to make them uniquely yours. Whether you’re baking for yourself or with your little ones, these cookies are a sweet reminder that joy doesn’t have to be complicatedor expensive.

🍪 Easy 6-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookie Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 8–10 minutesYield: 18 cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter (unsweetened or lightly sweetened)

• ¾ cup brown sugar

• 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan version)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ½ tsp baking soda

• Pinch of sea salt (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter and brown sugar until smooth.

3. Add the egg, vanilla, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined.

4. Scoop out dough (about 1 tablespoon per cookie) and roll into balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet.

5. Use a fork to make a crisscross pattern on each cookie.

6. Bake for 8–10 minutes, until edges are lightly golden. Let cool before enjoying!

Budget tip: Most of these ingredients are pantry staples, making this the ultimate affordable treat. And with only one bowl and no mixer needed, cleanup is a breeze.

🎉 Make It Your Own

Want to level it up? Try these fun additions:

• Chopped dark chocolate or mini chips

• Roasted peanuts or cashews

• A sprinkle of flaky sea salt after baking

• A pinch of cinnamon, cayenne, or nutmeg for an unexpected flavor kick

💛 More Than Just a Cookie

Celebrating National Peanut Butter Cookie Day isn’t just about baking. It’s about creating small moments of connection, indulgence, and warmth. It’s a reminder that even the most basic ingredients can be transformed into something special with a little time and love.

And that, sweet friends, is what Good Thyme Gal is all about.

So today, grab that jar of peanut butter, heat up your oven, and treat yourself (and someone you love) to something warm, chewy, and delicious.

Until next thyme,

Good Thyme Gal 🌿