These quick and delicious peanut butter cookies require just 5 simple ingredients—no flour or butter needed! They’re soft, flavorful, and perfect for any peanut butter lover.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 16 cookies
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup creamy full-fat peanut butter (see note)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. - Mix the Dough
In a mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to blend together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, peanut butter, egg, and vanilla until smooth and thick (about 2–3 minutes). - Form the Cookies
Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough (about 1 1/4-inch balls) and roll them between your palms. Arrange the dough balls on the baking sheet, leaving 2 inches of space between each. - Shape the Cookies
Flatten each dough ball with the back of a fork, pressing again in the opposite direction to create a crisscross pattern. - Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until the tops are lightly golden and the cookies have spread to about 3 inches wide. (Baking times may vary depending on your oven.) - Cool and Serve
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely and firm up. - Enjoy
Serve with a glass of cold milk or enjoy on their own!
Tips and Notes
- Use a commercial creamy peanut butter like Jif or Skippy for best results. Natural peanut butter tends to separate and may not work well for this recipe.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition (Per Cookie)
Calories: 150 | Carbs: 16g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Sugar: 14g
(Nutritional values are estimates and can vary depending on ingredient brands and measurements.)
Enjoy these irresistibly simple cookies anytime you’re craving a quick and satisfying treat!
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