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Saturday, March 26, 2011

Peanut Butter Round-Ups

The perfect snack.  Peanut butter cookies  and a big glass of milk. 


My son has been home on spring break.  Today we made peanut butter cookies, so he would have some home-baked goodies to take with him when he returns to school tomorrow.

This old family favorite is easy to make.

PEANUT BUTTER ROUND-UPS

1 cup shortening
1 cup white sugar
1 cup brown  sugar, packed
2 eggs
1 cup peanut butter
2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 cup oatmeal

Beat together shortening and sugars.
Add eggs.
Add peanut butter.
Sift dry ingredients together and mix into creamed mixture.
Stir in oatmeal.

Shape into 1 inch balls.  Flatten with a  floured fork.
Bake in 350 degree oven  for  about 12 minutes.
Cool on wire rack.
Stand back and watch your son gobble them up.

(Makes 6 dozen cookies)
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31 comments:

  1. SueMarch 26, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    One of my favorite cookies, and here I sit blogging tonight,eating yogurt and blueberries. I love old recipes , they are always no fail. Enjoy your time with your son and the cookies.
    Sue

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  2. Ann@A Sentimental LifeMarch 26, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    yum that looks good, I am sure your son appreciates your efforts!

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  3. Sherri B.March 26, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Oh, this brings back memories. My mother would bake these regularly, a sweet reminder of childhood. I can taste right now the ones that were left in the oven a bit too long but I liked the slightly burnt around the edge taste..Thanks for sharing these.

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  4. DarMarch 26, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    Soft Peanut Butter Cookies are my favorites...I can just imagine the beautiful memories you created for your son. He will remember this forever, and share the day with his own son someday. What a way to spend the day together.
    Your recipe is a keeper and thanks for sharing. Safe travels to your Son.
    BlessYourHearts

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  5. PondsideMarch 26, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    It sounds like you spent the day in the best way possible. I've never tried peanut butter cookies with oatmeal - sounds a treat!

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  6. MelindaMarch 26, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    Sound good and I bet both of you had a great time.

    Have a great Sunday.

    Melinda

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  7. ClaireMarch 27, 2011 at 4:31 AM

    Hey Gayle, just mention peanut butter and you have my attention.........
    Then mention cookies and milk in the same sentence and I'm a gonna, yum.

    Sounds good, will have to try this recipe for sure.

    Just need to buy a jar of peanut butter a I have eaten the last lot,m oops.

    Claire :)

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  8. LynnMarch 27, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    I haven't had peanut butter cookies in a long time-have to correct that:@)

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  9. Tink's TinkeringsMarch 27, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    yum, i was just thinking about making some cookies, Tink

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  10. UnknownMarch 27, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    They look really tasty! I've never had peanut butter cookies, but they look really nice! Thanks for the recipe! :) x

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  11. Julie Whitmore PotteryMarch 27, 2011 at 3:50 PM

    What a beautiful picture.
    these are the first cookies i ever made when i was ten. From my grandma's settelment cookbook.
    You reminded me to make them again and soon.
    xx
    julie

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  12. On Crooked CreekMarch 27, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    M~m~m...peanut butter cookies are my "Mr. Ed's" favorites! I must try your recipe this week to treat him. Thank you for your sweet comment concerning our Maurice and your visit On Crooked Creek. Stop by again soon!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  13. LVMarch 27, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    I love peanut butter, but not in cookies. Seems it gets a different taste when in a cookie. I am sure it is just me.

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  14. AlexandraMarch 27, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    They look yummy! xx

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  15. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiMarch 27, 2011 at 11:20 PM

    Wonderful recipe --I will make these for my Mom as she loves peanut butter.

    Thank you for your congratulations on my new grandson ..we are very blessed! Congrats on your new grand niece --it was a happy day for all of us! :)

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  16. Diane MarsMarch 28, 2011 at 12:27 AM

    Those cookies look so good, enjoy your time with your son~

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  17. diane bMarch 28, 2011 at 1:09 AM

    Great I've been looking for this recipe. How come I always find food blogs when I'm hungry.Must be nice to have him home.

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  18. TammyMarch 28, 2011 at 7:28 AM

    Those look so yummy!!!!!! Thank you for the comment on my post. =)

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  19. Julie Kwiatkowski SchulerMarch 28, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    Yum! I've been in the mood for oatmeal raisin, but my son ate all the raisins.

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  20. maryelizabethrocheMarch 28, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    Yum!
    Peanut butter is a gift from God

    :)

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  21. MaaikeMarch 28, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    wow, that looks delicious... I just had dinner, but there is some room left for this treat!
    Love, Maaike

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  22. ~Lavender Dreamer~March 28, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    WOW! One of my favorite cookies of all time! I can't eat sugar now though and I miss them! Eat one for me! ♥

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  23. MelanieMarch 28, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    Mmm...those peanut butter cookies look so good! Those of one of my son's favorites. Better not show him your blog or he'll want me to make some NOW, lol.

    ~Melanie
    (Your long-lost sister! ;-) )

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  24. Julie HarwardMarch 29, 2011 at 12:19 AM

    Nothing I like better..in fact I just did a post on the same kind of cookie..love them! :D

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  25. ConnieMarch 29, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    Yum! One of my favorite cookies. Thanks for stopping by my blog and for your sweet comment. Thanks for sharing your recipe

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  26. EmilyMarch 29, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    Yummy! You're such a good mama!

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  27. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)March 29, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    I am quite smitten with Peanut Butter Cookies but I love the raw cookie dough even more!!!

    My Grandma Dow and I made PB cookies once while my Mom was out doin' chores. When Mom finished we had a small plate with five or six cookies. My Grandma liked the dough as much as I do!!! Heehehehe

    I think of her every-time I bake Pb cookies! :o)

    God bless and have a terrific Tuesday!!!

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  28. Yesteryear EmbroideriesMarch 29, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    There is nothing better than homemade cookies.........especially when you go away from home! Enjoy your time with your son! blessings,Kathleen

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  29. Ms MuffinMarch 30, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    Thanks for your lovely comment about my rabbit-mouse!
    I do have two wonderful kids! :-)

    And those cookies look soooo yummy ... am getting hungry!!!

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  30. AnonymousJanuary 27, 2013 at 7:25 AM

    I am going into the kitchen to see if I have all the ingredients to make these peanut butter cookies!
    They sound delicious...and everyone can wake up to the smell....i love homemaking.


    Thanks for haring.
    Ciao Bella
    Creative Carmelina

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  31. Leslie Anne TarabellaMarch 24, 2013 at 8:38 AM

    I know this is an older post of yours, but I saw it in the sidebar, and it caught my eye, because I have the same Liberty Blue dishes! I love them and look for them in antique stores whenever I can.

    Oh, and the cookies look amazing!

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THANK YOU for your thoughtful comments. Replies to your questions will be posted here, so be sure to check back soon. Have a wonderful day! - Gayle, Garden Of Daisies