Description
Quick and easy 3-ingredient peanut butter cookies that bake in just 13 minutes. These soft, chewy cookies require only sugar, creamy peanut butter, and an egg, making them a perfect last-minute treat with minimal ingredients and effort.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get it ready for baking the cookies.
- Prepare the baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the sugar, creamy peanut butter, and the large egg. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
- Form cookie dough balls: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- Create criss-cross pattern: Using the back of a fork, press down gently on each dough ball to make a classic criss-cross pattern on top of each cookie.
- Bake the cookies: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
- Cool the cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a minute or two to firm up slightly, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For crunchy cookies, you can substitute crunchy peanut butter for creamy.
- Optional: Sprinkle a little sea salt on top before baking for a salty-sweet flavor contrast.
- Use parchment or silicone mats to ensure cookies don’t stick and to help with even baking.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- These cookies are naturally gluten-free due to their simple ingredients.
