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Peanut Butter Cookies

Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies with Just 3 Simple Ingredients

These Peanut Butter Cookies are quick to make, gluten-free, and irresistibly chewy, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter Opt for natural peanut butter, avoiding overly oily varieties.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar You can substitute with light brown sugar for a chewier texture.
  • 1 large egg Acts as a binder; consider alternatives for no-bake versions.
For Extra Flavor (Optional)
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips Adds a delicious melty richness.
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts Offers a crunchy texture contrast.
  • extra sugar for rolling Sprinkle gives a crackly crust.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, sugar, and egg until you have a thick and glossy dough.
  3. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the dough, roll it into a ball, and repeat until all dough is used, yielding around 12 cookies.
  4. Place cookie balls on the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  5. Flatten each cookie ball with a fork, creating a crisscross pattern.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 10 minutes until edges are golden and centers look slightly underbaked.
  7. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cookies are quick, delicious, and easy to customize with additional mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.

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