3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies
Quick, simple and delicious peanut butter cookies, made with just three ingredients!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Measuring cups
- Fork
Ingredients
- 1 cup of peanut butter
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure cookies do not stick.
- Mixing Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of peanut butter, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 large egg.
- Using a wooden spoon or spatula, mix the ingredients thoroughly until a smooth dough forms.
- Forming Dough Balls:
- Using a spoon, scoop out enough dough to roll into a ball about 1 inch in diameter.
- Roll the dough between your palms to form a smooth ball, then place it on the prepared baking sheet.
- Repeat the process until all the dough is used, ensuring cookies are spaced evenly apart.
- Flattening Dough Balls:
- Use a fork to gently press down on each dough ball, creating a crisscross pattern on the top. This helps flatten the cookies and gives them their classic look.
- Baking:
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven.
- Bake cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Be cautious not to overbake, as cookies will continue to firm up once removed from the oven.
- Cooling:
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes.
- Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Storage:
- Once cooled, store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. Cookies will stay fresh for up to one week.
Notes
Ingredient Tips:
- Peanut butter: For a stronger peanut flavor, use creamy peanut butter. If you prefer a crunchier texture, you can use chunky peanut butter.
- Sugar: Granulated sugar is the best choice for these cookies, as it helps to create a crispy exterior.
- Egg: A large egg is needed to bind the ingredients together and provide structure.
- Parchment paper: This is essential to prevent the cookies from sticking to the baking sheet.
- Fork: The fork is used to create the classic crisscross pattern on top of the cookies.
- Preheat oven: A preheated oven ensures even baking and prevents the cookies from spreading too much.
- Baking time: 10-12 minutes is a general guideline, but it's important to watch the cookies closely. Overbaking can make them dry and tough.
- Cooling: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. This helps to prevent them from crumbling.
- Airtight container: Storing the cookies in an airtight container helps to maintain their freshness and prevent them from becoming stale.
- Room temperature: Cookies should be stored at room temperature for optimal flavor and texture.