The BEST 5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe
These 5-ingredient peanut butter cookies are so easy to make! Enjoy warm, chewy cookies with a rich, creamy peanut butter flavor.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk or spoon
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Cookie scoop (optional)
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter the star of the show
- 1 egg acts as a binder
- 2 Tbsp cane sugar or other granulated sweetener
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract enhances flavor
Instructions
Instructions:
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, egg, cane sugar, baking soda, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Step 3: Drop rounded balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Step 4: Press each ball with the back of a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
- Step 5: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Step 6: Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Consider adding a pinch of salt for extra flavor.
- For crunchy cookies, bake an extra minute or two.
- Mix in chocolate chips or nuts for added texture.