These 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies are the ultimate simple treat for when you’re craving something sweet, but don’t want to spend much time in the kitchen. With just peanut butter, sugar, and an egg, you can whip up soft, chewy cookies that are packed with flavor. Perfect for a quick snack or dessert!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky, your choice)
- 1 cup sugar (granulated or brown sugar, or a combination)
- 1 large egg
Directions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Mix the Ingredients:
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the peanut butter, sugar, and egg. Mix well until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Shape the Cookies:
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll them into balls. Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- Gently flatten each cookie with a fork, pressing down to create a crisscross pattern on the top.
- Bake:
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The cookies will firm up as they cool, so be careful not to overbake them.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips:
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of salt to the dough or mix in some chocolate chips or chopped nuts.
- If you prefer a softer cookie, bake for closer to 8 minutes; for a crispier cookie, leave them in for 10 minutes.
Enjoy your 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies — a quick and delicious treat!
