3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies

Quick and easy 3 ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies are a classic old fashion recipe that is easy to make from scratch because you just need three pantry staples. They are crisp on the outside and chewy on the inside.

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You’ll love how easy they are and no one will guess they were made with three ingredients – they’re one of my favorite easy cookie recipes! Give them a try because these flourless cookies are sure to be a hit.

You Will Love These 3 Ingredient Cookies!

• I love easy desserts with few ingredients and these flourless peanut butter cookies are at the top of the list.
• They have the best texture, flavor, and it’s hard to believe they’re made with three pantry staples.
• They’re great when you need a last minute treat because they’re ready in about 20 minutes!
• You probably already have the ingredients on hand so you can make them today.
• They’re also freezer-friendly so you can make a big batch and keep them on hand when a cookie craving strikes!

I can’t wait for you to try these 3 ingredient peanut butter cookies!

Peanut Butter Cookies with 3 Ingredients

• Large egg – If you prefer a softer cookie, add an extra egg!
• Granulated sugar – This gives the cookies a lightly crispy texture around the edges.
• Peanut butter – Jiff peanut butter works best, but any regular creamy peanut butter will work.
• Optional mix-in – Add some chocolate chips to the batter to make peanut butter chocolate chip cookies.

Can you use natural peanut butter?

Natural peanut butter can be a little tricky. The cookies may spread too much which is why I use regular peanut butter.

I have tested the recipe with Justine’s natural peanut butter and it worked, but other brands may not. If you try another brand, be sure to stir the peanut butter really well so the oil is completely mixed in.

How to Make Easy Peanut Butter Cookies

Mix: Combine the egg, peanut butter, and sugar in a large mixing bowl. Mix them with an electric mixer until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Scoop: Form the dough into cookie dough balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Press: Use a fork to press the cookies to create a crisscross pattern on top of each cookie.

Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the cookies for about 10 minutes or until they just start to turn golden around the edges.

Cool: Leave the peanut butter cookies on the baking sheet for one to two minutes and then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Peanut Butter Cookie Variations

• Add chocolate chips or finely chopped nuts to change them up!
• If you want a sugar coating, roll each cookie dough ball in granulated sugar before placing them on the baking sheet.
• Or, for a twist, and a little flaky sea salt on top of each cookie before you bake them.

How long do 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies keep?

• Room temperature: Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container and they will keep well for four days at room temperature.
• Freezer: Once the cookies are completely cool, store them in a freezer bag or container. They will keep well frozen for up to three months. Thaw them at room temperature before serving them.

I know you will love these 3 ingredient peanut butter cookies! They’ll be a go-to recipe once you try them. They’re so easy and the perfect quick and easy dessert.

More Easy Dessert Recipes

• You only need 4 ingredients to make my easy Cool Whip Cookies! They’re fluffy and chewy and can be made in many different flavors.
• Fudgy Marshmallow Brownies are made with brownie mix plus a few add ins to take them over the top. They’re so ooey-gooey!
• Frito Bars are the ultimate sweet and salty no bake dessert bar!
• If you’re a peanut butter fan, you have to try my Peanut Butter Milkshake!
• These quick and easy Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies only require six ingredients that you probably already have!
• Peanut Butter Ritz Cookies are an easy no-bake treat.
• Peanut Butter and Banana Icebox Cake is a Homemade Light & Fluffy Peanut Butter Mousse Layered with Peanut Butter Cookies and Bananas and then Drizzled with Peanut Butter! The Perfect No Bake Dessert!
• Buckeye Candy is the perfect creamy peanut butter and chocolate combination.
• All you need is 4 ingredients to make these easy Cool Whip Cookies! 

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3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies

Crispy on the outside and chewy in the middle! These class 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies are the easiest cookie recipe.

Prep:10 minutes mins

Cook:10 minutes mins

Total:20 minutes mins

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Ingredients

• ▢ 1 egg
• ▢ 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• ▢ 1 cup peanut butter

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 176 degrees Celsius. Place on a piece of parchment paper or silicone mat on baking sheet and set aside.
• Combine egg, peanut butter, and sugar in a bowl by hand or with a stand mixer until smooth and creamy.
• Scoop dough and roll into balls. The cookies do not spread much as they cook, so you can place them close together on the baking sheet. Use the back of a fork to press down on the cookies twice to make a crisscross pattern.
• Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes in preheated oven or until the edges just start to brown. Remove cookies from oven and let cool for 1-2 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Tips

Can You Use Natural Peanut Butter?

• Natural peanut butter can be a little tricky. The cookies may spread too much which is why I use regular peanut butter.
• I have tested the recipe with Justine’s natural peanut butter and it worked, but other brands may not. If you try another brand, be sure to stir the peanut butter really well so the oil is completely mixed in.

Tips!

• Use an electric mixer to make the cookie dough. It’s a lot easier and it will also ensure your cookies have the right texture.
• Don’t over bake the cookies. Keep an eye on them and as soon as they are set and starting to turn golden around the edges, take them out of the oven. If you over bake them, they will be crumbly.
• Add chocolate chips or finely chopped nuts to change them up!
• If you want a sugar coating, roll each cookie dough ball in granulated sugar before placing them on the baking sheet.
• Or, for a twist, and a little flaky sea salt on top of each cookie before you bake them.
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Storage

• Room temperature: Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container and they will keep well for four days at room temperature.
• Freezer: Once the cookies are completely cool, store them in a freezer bag or container. They will keep well frozen for up to three months. Thaw them at room temperature before serving them.

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Nutrition Information

Calories: 118kcal (6%), Carbohydrates: 11g (4%), Protein: 3g (6%), Fat: 7g (11%), Saturated Fat: 1g (6%), Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Sodium: 62mg (3%), Potassium: 81mg (2%), Fiber: 1g (4%), Sugar: 10g (11%), Calcium: 7mg (1%), Iron: 0.3mg (2%)

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