3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies (Printable Version)
Irresistibly chewy peanut butter cookies with just three ingredients. Quick, simple, and perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Cookie Dough
01 - 1 cup creamy peanut butter
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 large egg
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, thoroughly blend creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and egg until a smooth dough forms.
03 - Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough and shape into balls. Arrange on prepared baking sheet, spacing each at least 2 inches apart.
04 - Gently press each ball with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
05 - Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until edges are firm and centers remain slightly soft.
06 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack until fully cooled.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Uses only pantry staples so no trip to the store is needed
- Naturally gluten free and dairy free making it great for sharing
- Ready in just fifteen minutes from start to finish
- Adaptable to your favorite nut butters and sweeteners
02 -
- High in protein and totally flourless
- Freezer friendly for make-ahead treats
- Perfect for keeping kids busy with simple steps
03 -
- For an extra tender crumb do not overbake—pull cookies from the oven when the edges are set but the centers still look very soft
- Always chill the formed dough balls for twenty minutes if your kitchen is very warm to prevent excess spreading
- Let kids help with rolling and crisscrossing as it is a fun way for them to join the baking