3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies

3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies

The ultimate peanut butter cookies recipe for those who crave intense flavor with minimal effort. This guide reveals how to make incredibly chewy, flourless peanut butter cookies using only a few pantry staples. Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, these cookies eliminate the need for flour, making them a fantastic gluten-free option. Get ready to master the art of the perfect peanut butter cookie.

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Prep Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• ½ cup brown sugar
• ½ cup white sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted natural peanut butter
• Cane sugar for sprinkling (optional)

Method

 

1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, white sugar, egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
2. Whisk in the peanut butter until the mixture is smooth, resembling a thick brownie batter.
3. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour until thickened.
4. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
5. Scoop the chilled dough using a 1 ½ tablespoon measure and place dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
6. Sprinkle the tops with cane sugar if desired. Gently flatten the tops with your fingers or a fork.
7. Bake for 11-15 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and the tops show slight cracks.
8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

– Ensure your peanut butter is natural and unsalted for the best flavor and texture.
– Chilling the dough is essential; don’t skip this step as it prevents the cookies from spreading too much.
– For a decorative touch, use a fork to create the classic crosshatch pattern on top before baking.

Pro tips

• Ensure your peanut butter is natural and unsalted for the best flavor and texture.
• Chilling the dough is essential; don’t skip this step as it prevents the cookies from spreading too much.
• For a decorative touch, use a fork to create the classic crosshatch pattern on top before baking.

Enjoy these wonderfully simple and delicious peanut butter cookies. Try adding chocolate chips for an extra decadent treat!

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