Easy Peanut Butter Cookies
Whip up a batch of soft, chewy goodness with these Easy Peanut Butter Cookies, a fuss-free, three-ingredient recipe that’s perfect for busy days or spontaneous baking cravings. Made with just peanut butter, granulated sugar, and a single egg, these cookies come together in under 20 minutes, making them the ultimate quick dessert or snack. A touch of optional vanilla extract elevates the flavor profile, while the classic crisscross fork marks add a fun, nostalgic touch. With no flour required, these cookies are naturally gluten-free and irresistible in their rich, nutty flavor. Whether you’re baking for a party, a family treat, or a sweet craving, this one-bowl recipe delivers perfectly soft, melt-in-your-mouth cookies every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Peanut butter
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 Large egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, granulated sugar, and egg. Add vanilla extract if using. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well combined and a dough forms.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out the dough into 1-inch balls and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
Use the back of a fork to press down on each cookie ball in a crisscross pattern, flattening the cookies slightly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges begin to set but the centers are still soft. Do not overbake.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy, or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
191 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.3 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 99 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 13 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 130 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
