Go Back
–+ servings
Peanut Butter Cookies

Indulgent Peanut Butter Cookies Made Easy in 3 Steps

These Peanut Butter Cookies are quick, easy, and gluten-free, perfect for satisfying any sweet craving.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter natural or creamy for best results
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar can switch to brown sugar for a softer bite
  • 1 large Egg or a flax egg for vegan option

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather mixing bowl and utensils.
  2. In a bowl, combine peanut butter, granulated sugar, and egg. Stir until just combined.
  3. Scoop the dough into golf ball-sized balls and place on an ungreased baking sheet.
  4. Flatten each ball with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
  5. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
  6. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!