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4-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies

These ultra-easy peanut butter cookies require just four pantry staples for chewy, melt-in-your-mouth goodness. No flour, no fuss—just a classic cookie that’s naturally gluten-free and ready in under 20 minutes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 20 cookies
Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spoon or Scoop
  • Fork
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper (5 minutes).
  • In a bowl, mix together the peanut butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth (3 minutes).
  • Scoop 1-tablespoon portions onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each with a fork in a criss-cross pattern (5 minutes).
  • Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle cookies with sea salt before baking or stir in mini chocolate chips. These cookies are naturally gluten-free and freezer-friendly.
Keyword 4-Ingredient, Easy Cookies, Flourless Cookies, Gluten-Free, Peanut Butter Cookies