3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies

If you're new to baking, this easy 3-ingredient peanut butter cookie recipe is the perfect place to start. These cookies are soft inside, slightly chewy on the edges, and made with ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.

The very first recipe I ever baked was a peanut butter cookie, and I still go back to it whenever I crave something quick and homemade. You only need 1 cup peanut butter, ¾ cup brown sugar, and 1 egg, that's it! No flour, no butter, just simple pantry staples mixed into a soft, sweet dough.

You can enjoy these cookies plain, or make them even better by folding in chocolate chips or raisins. Once you realize how simple this recipe is, you'll see how relaxing baking can be, especially when you follow each step carefully and have everything ready before you start.

Why You'll Love These Peanut Butter Cookies

• Made with pantry staples (no flour or butter needed)
• Perfect for beginners or quick last-minute baking
• Soft, chewy texture with a rich peanut butter flavor
• Easily customizable with chocolate chips, raisins, or sea salt

Ingredient Notes

• Peanut Butter: I used store-bought creamy smooth peanut butter for this recipe.
• Brown Sugar: It adds moisture and a soft, chewy texture. You can use anywhere between ½ to 1 cup depending on your sweetness preference, or substitute with a baking sugar alternative. I used ¾ cup.
• Egg: Large egg helps bind everything together for a soft, tender crumb.

Steps on How to Make

This easy peanut butter cookie recipe takes just one bowl and a few minutes to prepare. To make:

1. Mix the dough: In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, brown sugar, and egg. Stir until smooth and fully combined.
2. Add mix-ins (optional): Fold in chocolate chips, raisins, or chopped nuts if you like.
3. Shape the cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Let kids help with this step, it's fun and hands-on!
4. Flatten and mark: Use a greased fork to press a criss-cross pattern on top of each cookie so the dough doesn't stick.
5. Bake: Place the cookies on a lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges look set.

Let them cool for a few minutes before transferring to a rack, they'll firm up as they cool.

Nutrition Information

Each cookie has about 15.8g of carbs, depending on size and any mix-ins you add.

Helpful Baking Tips

• I recommend you chill the dough for 10-15 minutes if it feels too soft.
• Also, don't overbake. They continue to cook slightly after removing from the oven.
• Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Try Next

If you loved these 3-ingredient peanut butter cookies, try my other easy cookie recipes next: Oatmeal Raisin Cookie or this Gluten-Free Choco Chip Cookies. They are perfect for quick baking sessions and family treats.

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