3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies
An incredibly simple and delicious cookie recipe using only peanut butter, sugar, and an egg. Perfect for a quick and easy treat!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Total Time: 18-20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12-15 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, sugar, and egg. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Chill dough (optional): For easier handling and to help the cookies hold their shape, chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Form cookies: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, form dough into balls (about 1 inch in diameter). Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Press with fork: Gently press down on each cookie with the back of a fork, creating a crisscross pattern.
- Bake: Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still slightly soft.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- You can use creamy or crunchy peanut butter, depending on your preference.
- For a healthier option, you can substitute coconut sugar or honey for the granulated sugar. However, this may affect the texture and baking time.
- Chilling the dough is optional, but it helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking.
- Don’t overbake the cookies, as they will become dry and crumbly.
- Get creative with mix-ins! Try adding chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of sea salt before baking.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months.