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3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter (stirred and at room temperature; natural or conventional both work—see tips below)
  • 3/4 to 1 cup granulated sugar (use 3/4 cup for less sweet, 1 cup for classic sweetness and crisper edges)
  • 1 large egg (room temperature if possible, for easier mixing)

Instructions
 

  • Heat the oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  • Mix the dough: In a medium bowl, whisk the egg and sugar until combined.
  • Add the peanut butter and stir until smooth and thick. The dough should hold together and not look oily.
  • Scoop and shape: Use a tablespoon or small cookie scoop to portion 1 to 1.5-inch balls. Roll gently between your palms and place 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
  • Make the crisscross: Press each dough ball with the tines of a fork in one direction, then again at a 90-degree angle to create the classic crisscross pattern. This flattens the cookies for even baking.
  • Bake: Bake for 9–11 minutes, until the edges are set and the tops look slightly dry. They’ll still be soft in the center.
  • Cool: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack to finish cooling. They firm up as they cool.