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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. The dough should be soft and pliable.
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Roll portions of dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Use a fork to create the classic crisscross pattern by gently pressing down on each ball of dough.
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Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. The cookies will continue to set as they cool.
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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This step ensures that they achieve their perfect texture – slightly crispy on the edges and wonderfully chewy in the center.