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3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe

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These 3-ingredient peanut butter cookies are a quick and easy treat, perfect for those craving a delicious cookie without much fuss. Made with just peanut butter, sugar, and an egg, they are naturally gluten-free and come together in under 30 minutes. Their soft texture and classic peanut butter flavor make them a family favorite.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 large egg

Instructions

  1. Gather ingredients. Prepare by measuring out peanut butter, sugar, and one large egg to ensure all components are ready.
  2. Preheat oven. Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature while you mix the dough.
  3. Mix ingredients. In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, white sugar, and egg. Use an electric mixer to blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring the sugar is well incorporated.
  4. Form dough balls. Roll the dough into 1-inch diameter balls for evenly sized cookies. Place them 2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet to allow spreading.
  5. Create criss-cross pattern. Flatten each dough ball gently with a fork, pressing down to make a criss-cross pattern on top. This step helps with even baking and gives a classic peanut butter cookie appearance.
  6. Bake. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the cookies for approximately 10 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the centers remain slightly soft.
  7. Cool. Allow the cookies to cool briefly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents breaking and helps set their texture.
  8. Serve and enjoy. Once cooled, serve the cookies as a delightful gluten-free snack or dessert.

Notes

  • Make sure to use smooth peanut butter for the best texture.
  • Adjust baking time slightly if your oven runs hotter or cooler to avoid overbaking.
  • These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to one week.
  • For a lower sugar option, substitute white sugar with coconut sugar or a sugar alternative, noting texture differences.
  • Ensure the egg is at room temperature before mixing to help ingredients combine more easily.

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