3 Ingredient Sugar Free Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe
These 3 Ingredient Sugar Free Peanut Butter Cookies are a quick, easy, and delicious treat perfect for those seeking a low-sugar dessert. Made with just peanut butter, a sugar alternative, and an egg, these cookies come together effortlessly and bake into soft, chewy delights with a classic fork-tine crisscross design. Ideal for guilt-free snacking or satisfying peanut butter cravings without added sugar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 to 10 minutes
- Total Time: 17 to 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Sugar
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Peanut Butter (smooth or crunchy-based on preference)
- 1 cup Sugar Alternative (e.g., erythritol, stevia blend, or monk fruit sweetener)
- 1 Egg (large)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or use a nonstick baking mat to prevent sticking.
- Cream Peanut Butter and Sugar Alternative: In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and sugar alternative. Use a hand mixer or spoon to cream the mixture until it is light and fluffy, ensuring even distribution of sweetness and smooth texture.
- Add the Egg: Crack the egg into the creamed peanut butter mixture and stir thoroughly until the dough is well combined and smooth, forming a cohesive cookie dough.
- Scoop the Dough: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the dough into balls roughly 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them onto your prepared baking sheet, spacing each ball about two inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Flatten and Design Cookies: Gently press each dough ball down with the palm of your hand or the bottom of a glass to reduce their thickness by half. Then, use a fork to press a crisscross pattern onto the top of each cookie, pressing them slightly further down.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 7 to 10 minutes, or until the edges begin to turn golden brown. Keep a close eye to avoid overbaking, which can dry out the cookies.
- Cooling: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to firm up. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely and set before serving.
Notes
- Ensure peanut butter is well stirred before measuring as natural oils tend to separate in some brands.
- Use a sugar alternative that measures cup-for-cup like sugar for best texture results.
- Adjust baking time slightly if using crunchy peanut butter as texture may vary.
- Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
- These cookies are naturally gluten free and can be made vegan by substituting the egg with a flax or chia egg.
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