Description
These easy 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies are perfect for a quick, delicious treat with minimal ingredients and effort. Featuring peanut butter, sugar, and egg, they come together in just 15 minutes and bake into soft, chewy cookies with a classic crisscross pattern.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 large egg (at room temperature)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sugar, creamy peanut butter, and the room temperature egg. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and fully blended.
- Form Dough Balls: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the dough and roll it into a ball. Place each dough ball onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them approximately 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Create Pattern: Use a fork to gently press down on each dough ball, making a crisscross pattern on the top of each cookie.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until the edges are set and the tops appear slightly cracked, indicating doneness.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes to firm up.
- Finish Cooling: Transfer the cookies to a wire rack and let them cool completely before serving to ensure the best texture.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the egg is at room temperature to help the dough mix evenly.
- If you prefer a crunchier cookie, bake for an additional 1-2 minutes but watch closely to prevent burning.
- You can substitute peanut butter with almond butter for a different flavor.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- The cookie dough can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking if needed.
