Step 1: Preheat the Oven
✅ Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
✅ Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Mix the Dough
1️⃣ In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and sugar. Mix until smooth.
2️⃣ Crack in the egg and add vanilla extract. Stir until fully incorporated.
3️⃣ The dough will be thick and slightly sticky, but that’s exactly how it should be!
Step 3: Shape the Cookies
1️⃣ Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of dough for each cookie.
2️⃣ Roll each portion into a ball and place it on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
3️⃣ Using a fork, gently press down on each cookie to create a crisscross pattern. This helps flatten the cookies while giving them a signature peanut butter cookie look.
Step 4: Bake to Perfection
✅ Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden.
✅ The cookies may look soft when you take them out, but they’ll firm up as they cool.
Step 5: Cool & Enjoy!
1️⃣ Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
2️⃣ Once cooled, grab a glass of milk and enjoy these rich, peanutty treats!
💡 Tips for the Best Peanut Butter Cookies
✔ Use High-Quality Peanut Butter – A natural, no-sugar-added peanut butter works best for rich flavor.
✔ Crunchy or Smooth? – Either works! Crunchy peanut butter adds texture, while smooth gives a melt-in-your-mouth feel.
✔ Want Softer Cookies? – Bake for 9–10 minutes for a chewier texture.
✔ Want Crispier Cookies? – Bake for 12–14 minutes for a firmer crunch.
✔ Make It Fancy – Drizzle with melted chocolate or sprinkle with sea salt for an extra treat!
🥜 Why This Recipe Is Special
This no-flour, no-butter, naturally gluten-free cookie recipe is incredibly simple yet rich, nutty, and full of nostalgic charm. Whether you’re a fan of Jimmy Carter or just love a good old-fashioned peanut butter cookie, this recipe is bound to become a favorite in your kitchen!
Would you like more peanut-inspired recipes? Let me know! 😊🍪
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