Description
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of Easy Peanut Butter Cookies, a quick treat that requires just five common pantry ingredients. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re looking for a sweet snack or an easy dessert to impress guests. With no flour or butter needed, this recipe is not only effortless but also caters to those seeking gluten-free or lower-fat options without compromising flavor. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up warm, soft cookies that are rich in peanut butter goodness. Customize them with chocolate chips or nuts for a personalized touch and enjoy a fun baking experience with family.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (plus more for rolling)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup creamy full-fat peanut butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients using an electric mixer until smooth.
- Using a cookie scoop, form dough into 1 & 1/4-inch balls and optionally roll them in granulated sugar.
- Place cookie balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Flatten each ball with a fork to create a criss-cross pattern.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until lightly browned but still soft in the center.
- Let cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (about 22g)
- Calories: 106
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 19mg