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The Ultimate 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies (Flourless and Ready in 20 Minutes)

Four golden brown Easy Peanut Butter Cookies with classic criss-cross fork marks on a white plate.

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Make classic, soft peanut butter cookies with only three pantry staples. This quick cookie recipe requires no chilling and bakes fast for a simple peanut butter dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter, egg, and granulated sugar. Mix until fully incorporated and a stiff dough forms.
  3. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Use a fork to press down on each ball, creating a crisscross pattern on top.
  5. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly set. Do not overbake.
  6. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a slightly chewier cookie, substitute the granulated sugar with packed light brown sugar.
  • If you prefer a more traditional texture, add 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour to the dough mixture.
  • For a classic peanut butter cookie look, use a fork to press the crisscross pattern onto the dough balls before baking.

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