Description
Delicious, easy-to-make peanut butter cookies with just three simple ingredients: granulated sugar, creamy peanut butter, and an egg. These cookies offer a perfect balance of sweetness and peanut flavor with a soft, chewy texture. Ready in just 15 minutes, they are an ideal quick treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Peanut Butter Cookies 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 even baking.
- Mix ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, creamy peanut butter, and the room temperature egg. Stir until the mixture becomes smooth and fully combined, forming a uniform dough.
- Form dough balls: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the dough and roll it gently into a ball. Place each dough ball onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading during baking.
- Create crisscross pattern: Using a fork, gently press down on each dough ball to flatten slightly and create a classic crisscross pattern on top of the cookies.
- Bake cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the edges appear set and the tops show slight cracking, indicating doneness.
- Cool on baking sheet: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on it for 5 minutes. This helps them firm up and prevents breaking when transferring.
- Cool completely: Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving. Enjoy these simple and satisfying peanut butter cookies!
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs for better mixing and a smoother dough texture.
- For a crunchier texture, bake a minute or two longer but watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Substitute creamy peanut butter with natural peanut butter for a more authentic peanut flavor, but the texture may vary.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For a gluten-free treat, ensure your peanut butter and sugar are gluten-free certified.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
