Preparation:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Mixing:
1. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
2. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. Stir in crunchy peanut butter and vanilla extract.

Combining:
1. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
2. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.

Baking:
1. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
2. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
3. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.