Thick and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe
These thick and chewy peanut butter cookies combine the rich, nutty flavor of peanut butter with simple ingredients to create a classic, irresistibly soft cookie. With just three ingredients and easy preparation, they make a perfect treat for anytime snacking or dessert.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Cookies
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter, sugar, and egg. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and all ingredients are fully incorporated, forming a thick cookie dough.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them spaced about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each ball slightly with a fork, creating a crisscross pattern on top.
- Bake Until Set: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the cookies look slightly cracked but still soft in the center. Avoid overbaking to maintain chewiness.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For a crunchier texture, substitute half the peanut butter with crunchy peanut butter.
- To reduce sugar, you can substitute ½ cup of sugar with a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup, but this may slightly alter texture.
- If you want to add extra flavor, consider mixing in a teaspoon of vanilla extract or a pinch of salt.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Keywords: peanut butter cookies, chewy cookies, easy cookies, gluten free dessert, three ingredient cookies
