4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies
Discover the simplest way to bake delicious cookies with just four common ingredients. This guide provides everything you need to make perfect 4 ingredient peanut butter cookies every time.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Mixing Bowl
- Spoon or Electric Mixer
- Fork
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter Good quality, well mixed
- 1 cup granulated sugar white or brown sugar
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Mix everything until it is well combined. Use a sturdy spoon or an electric mixer. A smooth, consistent batter is key. Thus, mix thoroughly.
- Take a tablespoon of the dough. Roll it into a ball with your hands. Then, place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet.
- Slightly flatten each ball using a fork. You can make a crisscross pattern. This adds a nice touch. Furthermore, it helps the cookies bake evenly.
- Place the baking sheet into the preheated oven. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. The cookies should be lightly golden around the edges. The centers may still appear soft. These will firm up as they cool. Therefore, don't overbake them.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Let the cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes. After that, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. This cooling process allows them to set properly.
- Finally, enjoy your freshly baked cookies.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Avoid overbaking to keep cookies soft. Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for several days or freeze for longer storage.