Description
These 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies are a quick and easy treat perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with minimal ingredients and effort. Made with just sugar, creamy peanut butter, and an egg, these cookies deliver a soft, chewy texture and classic peanut butter flavor. Ideal for beginners or anyone needing a fast homemade dessert.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 large egg (at room temperature)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, creamy peanut butter, and the room temperature egg. Stir until the mixture is smooth and fully combined, forming a cookie dough.
- Form Dough Balls: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the dough and roll it into a ball using your hands. Place each dough ball onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them approximately 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Create Crisscross Pattern: Use a fork to gently press down on each ball, making a crisscross pattern on top which is a classic peanut butter cookie look and helps them bake evenly.
- Bake the Cookies: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes or until the edges appear set and the tops have slight cracks, indicating doneness.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up.
- Cool Completely: Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool fully before serving. Enjoy your quick and delicious peanut butter cookies!
Notes
- Make sure the egg is at room temperature to help the dough blend evenly.
- You can use crunchy peanut butter for added texture if preferred.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For a lower sugar option, substitute granulated sugar with a natural sweetener like erythritol, adjusting to taste.
- These cookies do not spread much, so the spacing on the baking sheet is to keep them from sticking together as they bake.
