Easy 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe
These 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies are the perfect treat when you’re short on time but still craving something sweet. With just peanut butter, sugar, and an egg, you can whip up a batch of these delicious peanut butter cookies in no time!
Ingredients
- 1 cup Peanut Butter
- 1 cup sugar (you can use brown sugar or regular granulated (white sugar)
- 1 Egg
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients—peanut butter, sugar, and egg—and mix until the cookie dough thickens slightly. An electric mixer can make this step faster, but a spoon works just as well and there is less clean up!
- Using a small cookie scoop, tablespoon, or spoon, form small cookie dough balls and place them on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
- Gently flatten the cookies with the back of a fork to create the classic criss-cross pattern.
- Bake in a center oven rack at 350°F for 8-10 minutes or until the edges turn a golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.
Tips and Variations
- For chewy peanut butter cookies, make sure your peanut butter is at room temperature before mixing.
- Add a pinch of sea salt on top for a salty-sweet balance.
- Experiment with crunchy peanut butter for a bit of texture, or even mix in some chocolate chips for a fun twist!
- If you’re looking for a healthier option, try swapping out the sugar for coconut sugar or maple syrup for a natural sweetener.
- These cookies freeze well! Store them in an airtight container or freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
- Want a smaller batch? This recipe is perfect for a small batch of cookies, making it great for quick desserts or satisfying a cookie craving on short notice.
Best Results
- Ensure your cookies have the perfect texture by using creamy peanut butter or natural peanut butter. Both will result in flavorful peanut butter cookies.
- Although it should not happen, use a rimmed baking sheet to prevent the dough from spilling over, and keep an eye on the baking time to prevent overbaking. The cookies should be lightly browned and soft when removed from the oven.
- For storage, keep the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. You can also freeze them in a freezer bag for longer storage.
These easy peanut butter cookies are a quick dessert for any cookie lover and perfect for all special occasions. Whether it’s your first time making them or they’ve become a family favorite, you’ll love how simple and satisfying they are. This 3-ingredient peanut butter cookie recipe is a must-try for anyone looking for a delicious peanut butter treat!
3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients—peanut butter, sugar, and egg—and mix until the cookie dough thickens slightly.
- Using a small cookie scoop, tablespoon, or spoon, form small cookie dough balls and place them on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Gently flatten the cookies with the back of a fork to create the classic criss-cross pattern.
- Bake in a center oven rack at 350°F for 8-10 minutes or until the edges turn a golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.
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Ready to whip up the easiest cookies ever? Make these 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies today and discover your new go-to treat! Whether for a quick dessert or an afternoon snack, these cookies are sure to please.
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