Chewy 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 csmooth peanut butter
well-stirred if using natural peanut butter
- ¾ cgranulated sugar
- 1 largeegg
Directions
- 1
Arrange 2 racks to divide the oven into thirds and heat the oven to 350℉. Lined 2 rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- 2
Place 1 cup smooth peanut butter, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1 large egg in a large bowl. Mix with a flexible spatula until well-combined.
- 3
Scoop the dough out into 24 (level 1-tablespoon) portions. Roll into balls. Place the dough balls at least 2 inches apart on the baking sheets, 12 per sheet. Flatten each dough ball with a fork until about 2 inches wide and 1/4-inch thick, creating a crosshatch pattern.
- 4
Bake for 5 minutes. Rotate the baking sheets between racks and from front to back. Bake until the centers are set, the cookies are lightly puffed, and the edges are firm, 5 to 7 minutes more. Let cool completely on the baking sheets, about 30 minutes. The cookies will firm up as they cool.
Chewy 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies
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About this Recipe
Craving a classic treat that's effortlessly delicious and made with minimal fuss? These Chewy 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies deliver on taste and simplicity, proving that sometimes, less truly is more.
What makes these easy peanut butter cookies truly special is how three humble ingredients—peanut butter, sugar, and an egg—come together to create an impossibly soft and chewy texture. You'll love how the rich, nutty peanut butter flavor shines, perfectly balanced by just the right amount of sweetness, all without a long ingredient list.
Prepare for a delightful bite that melts in your mouth, offering a perfect balance of intense peanut butter flavor and tender chewiness. Each cookie is deeply satisfying, hitting all the right notes for a quick dessert or an anytime snack. This recipe is wonderfully straightforward, making it an ideal choice for bakers of all skill levels, even those new to the kitchen. Plus, for those with dietary considerations, these cookies are naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, making them a versatile option for almost everyone.
While simplicity is key to these chewy peanut butter cookies, you can easily personalize them. For an added layer of texture and flavor, feel free to stir in a handful of chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or even a sprinkle of flaky sea salt into the dough before baking. If you're looking for an even deeper, more complex sweetness, try swapping a small portion of the granulated sugar for light brown sugar, though this might slightly alter the texture.
These quick and easy cookies are perfect for an afternoon pick-me-up with a glass of milk, a delightful ending to any meal, or a welcome addition to a dessert platter. They make an excellent homemade gift or a simple treat to satisfy a sweet craving.