Peanut Butter Quickie

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Craving a quick, sweet treat with rich peanut flavor? These peanut butter cookies are simple to make with just three ingredients, perfect for a quick snack or last-minute dessert. They are crispy on the edges and chewy in the center, suitable for peanut lovers and those seeking an easy baking project.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 egg

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix peanut butter, sugar, and egg together until well combined.
  3. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto greased cookie sheets.
  4. Press each cookie with a fork coated in sugar to create the classic pattern.
  5. Bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown.
  6. Allow cookies to cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

273 kcal 14% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.3g 17% DV
Total Fat 14.2g 18% DV
Carbs 32g 12% DV
Fiber 3.1g 11% DV
Sugar 2.1g 4% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 194mg 8% DV
Potassium 383mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 74.3mg 6% DV
Iron 1.1mg 6% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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