Easy & Chewy 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of Easy & Chewy 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies! These scrumptious cookies come together effortlessly and are ready in under 20 minutes, making them an ideal sweet treat for any occasion. With just three pantry staples—creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and a large egg—you’ll create a soft, chewy cookie that is both satisfying and delicious. Perfect for movie nights, gatherings, or a quick snack, these cookies can be customized with your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts. Whether enjoyed on their own or paired with refreshing fruits or creamy yogurt, these cookies are sure to delight everyone.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, sugar, and egg until smooth.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough, roll it into balls, and place on the baking sheet with 2 inches apart.
- Flatten each ball slightly using a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg