Peanut Butter Cookies

These peanut butter cookies come together with just three pantry staples for an easy homemade treat that's perfect any day of the week.

⏱ Time: 20 minutes

🍽 Servings: 18 cookies

⭐ Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

• 1 cup peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg

Optional Add-Ins

• Chocolate chips
• Chopped peanuts
• Flaky sea salt
• Coarse sugar for sprinkling

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, stir together the peanut butter, sugar, and egg until a thick, smooth dough forms.
3. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll into balls.
4. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
5. Flatten each cookie with a fork, creating the classic crisscross pattern.
6. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
7. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Quick Notes

• Crunchy peanut butter adds extra texture, while smooth peanut butter creates a softer cookie.
• If using unsalted peanut butter, add a small pinch of salt to enhance the flavor.
• Stir in chocolate chips or chopped peanuts before baking for an easy variation.
• Sprinkle the cookies with flaky sea salt or coarse sugar immediately after baking for extra flavor and texture.
• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.