Craving a mind-blowingly simple dessert that'll make your taste buds dance and your kitchen look like a pro bakery? Get ready to discover the most ridiculously easy peanut butter cookies you'll ever make! In just 15 minutes, you can transform four simple ingredients into a batch of golden, melt-in-your-mouth cookies that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro looking for a quick treat, these Easiest Ever Peanut Butter Cookies are about to become your new go-to dessert sensation!
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly using a wooden spoon or electric mixer until the ingredients are completely blended and form a smooth, consistent dough.
- Using clean hands or a cookie scoop, roll the dough into small balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter. Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- Using a fork, gently press down on each cookie ball in a crisscross pattern to create the classic peanut butter cookie texture and help flatten the cookies slightly.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden brown.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, serve and enjoy your quick and easy peanut butter cookies. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- • For the smoothest dough, use room temperature ingredients and mix thoroughly • Choose a creamy, high-quality peanut butter for the best flavor • Don't overmix the dough to keep cookies tender • Use a fork with a light touch when creating the classic crisscross pattern • Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to help them set properly • For extra richness, consider using dark brown sugar instead of white sugar • Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain their soft texture • For a fun variation, add chocolate chips or drizzle melted chocolate on top after cooling
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 165kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
