Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies (Print Version)

Soft, chewy peanut butter treats made with minimal ingredients for a quick, gluten-free delight.

# Components:

→ Cookie Dough

01 - 1 cup creamy peanut butter (unsweetened or lightly sweetened)
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 large egg

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, mix peanut butter, sugar, and egg until smooth and fully incorporated.
03 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll each into a ball. Place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Gently press each dough ball with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
05 - Bake for 9 to 11 minutes until edges are firm and tops start to crack.
06 - Remove from oven and cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They come together faster than you can decide what to watch on TV.
  • The texture is impossibly soft in the center with crisp edges that snap just right.
  • You probably already have everything you need in your pantry right now.
02 -
  • Do not overbake these, or they turn dry and crumbly instead of soft and tender.
  • The dough will seem looser than regular cookie dough, but it holds together beautifully once baked.
03 -
  • Press the fork into flour before making the crisscross pattern so it does not stick to the dough.
  • Slightly underbake them for a softer center, they will continue cooking as they cool on the sheet.
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