3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies
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4.9
3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies
Description
This recipe combines peanut butter, granulated sugar, and an egg to form a smooth cookie dough that holds its shape without spreading much during baking. After rolling into balls, the dough is flattened with a fork to create the iconic crisscross pattern. Baking is brief at 350 degrees Fahrenheit, just until edges begin to brown and cookies are set but still tender.
The resulting cookies have a dense texture with a soft center and slightly crisp edges. The notable peanut butter flavor comes through clearly, without additional ingredients or leaveners, making these cookies pure and simple.
They can be enjoyed plain or customized by adding mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts if desired. These cookies are convenient for quick baking when only a few ingredients are on hand and require little skill.
Storage at room temperature in an airtight container keeps them fresh for several days, while freezing extends shelf life. Care should be taken to not overbake to avoid crumbly texture. Using regular peanut butter is preferred as natural varieties can affect spread and texture.
Ingredients
- 1 egg
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup peanut butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 176 degrees Celsius. Place on a piece of parchment paper or silicone mat on baking sheet and set aside.
- Combine egg, peanut butter, and sugar in a bowl by hand or with a stand mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Scoop dough and roll into balls. The cookies do not spread much as they cook, so you can place them close together on the baking sheet. Use the back of a fork to press down on the cookies twice to make a crisscross pattern.
- Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes in preheated oven or until the edges just start to brown. Remove cookies from oven and let cool for 1-2 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Natural peanut butter can affect cookie spread; thoroughly stir if using and consider regular peanut butter for best results.
- Use an electric mixer to achieve smooth dough and proper texture.
- Remove cookies from oven as soon as edges are set and starting to brown to avoid crumbly cookies.
- Cookie dough can be rolled in granulated sugar or topped with flaky sea salt before baking for variation.
- Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze cooled cookies for up to 3 months, thawing before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 18cookies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 118 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 118kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 62mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 81mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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