3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe
Craving a sweet treat but short on time and ingredients? These 3-ingredient peanut butter cookies are the answer!
With just peanut butter, sugar, and an egg, you can whip up a batch of delicious, chewy cookies in no time.
Perfect for last-minute desserts or satisfying sudden cravings, this recipe proves that sometimes simplicity is best.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, sugar, and egg.
3. Mix the ingredients thoroughly until a smooth, uniform dough forms.
4. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls.
5. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each.
6. Using a fork, gently press down on each ball to create a crisscross pattern.
7. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Possible Substitutes and Variations
– Use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy for added texture.
– Swap granulated sugar for brown sugar for a richer flavor.
– Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract for enhanced taste.
– Mix in 1/2 cup of chocolate chips for peanut butter chocolate chip cookies.
– Use almond butter or sunflower seed butter for allergy-friendly alternatives.
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy these cookies warm with a cold glass of milk for a classic treat.
Crumble cooled cookies over vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.
Pack them in lunchboxes or serve as an after-school snack.
Gift a batch to friends or neighbors in a decorative tin or jar.
