Easy Peanut Butter Cookie Recipe (with 3 Ingredients)
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of childhood with our Easy Peanut Butter Cookie Recipe, featuring just three simple ingredients! These cookies are soft, chewy, and a breeze to make—perfect for busy weeknights or surprising your family after school. With no fancy equipment required, you can whip up these delightful treats using just a mixing bowl and your hands. Plus, they’re flourless, making them an excellent gluten-free option without compromising on taste. Whether enjoyed alone or paired with dairy-free milk, these cookies are sure to bring smiles all around.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 18 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter (270g)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (198g)
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, sugar, and egg. Mix until creamy and well-blended.
- Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with a fork for the classic criss-cross pattern.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Allow to cool before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 28g)
- Calories: 112
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg