Description
These 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies are a simple, quick, and delicious treat perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with minimal ingredients and effort. Combining granulated sugar, creamy peanut butter, and a large egg, these cookies come together in just minutes and bake to a chewy, slightly cracked finish that’s sure to please peanut butter lovers.
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 ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, creamy peanut butter, and the large egg. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth, cohesive, and well blended.
- Form Dough Balls: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball with your hands. Place each dough ball on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them approximately 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Create Crisscross Pattern: Using a fork, gently press down on each dough ball to flatten slightly, making a crisscross pattern on top. This adds a classic cookie look and helps them bake evenly.
- Bake Cookies: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the edges are set, and the tops show slight cracks.
- Cool on Sheet: Remove the baking sheet from the oven, leaving the cookies to cool on it for 5 minutes. This allows them to firm up slightly.
- Transfer and Cool Completely: Transfer the cookies carefully to a wire rack to cool completely before serving, which ensures the perfect chewy texture.
Notes
- Ensure the egg is at room temperature for easier mixing and better dough consistency.
- Use creamy peanut butter for a smooth texture; natural peanut butter with oil separation may affect dough consistency.
- If you prefer a less sweet cookie, you can reduce sugar slightly but it may affect texture.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- You can add chocolate chips or a pinch of salt on top before baking for added flavor, though this is optional and not part of the original recipe.
