Description
These flourless peanut butter cookies are the ultimate solution for a quick, decadent dessert. Requiring only three pantry staples—creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and one large egg—this recipe produces a delightfully chewy and intensely nutty treat in just 15 minutes. Perfect for busy bakers or fun afternoons with kids, these cookies are naturally gluten-free and require zero complex techniques to achieve perfection. Enjoy the simplicity of this crowd-pleasing dessert that satisfies sugar cravings instantly with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, sugar, and egg.
Stir vigorously with a spoon for 1-2 minutes until a smooth, thick dough forms.
Scoop about one tablespoon of dough and roll it into a 1-inch ball.
Place balls on the baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
Press down on each cookie with the back of a fork in a crisscross pattern to flatten.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set and lightly golden brown.
Allow cookies to cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. If the dough feels too oily, chill it in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before rolling. Ensure no cross-contamination with savory ingredients.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 18mg