Description
Soft, chewy, and packed with nutty sweetness, these Easy Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies are a quick treat that delivers classic flavors with modern convenience. Ready in minutes, they’re perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without preheating an oven.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (120 g) creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (50 g) brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (65 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a medium bowl, mix peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, stirring until well incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture, stirring until a cohesive dough forms.
- Shape the Cookies:
- Scoop 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball.
- Flatten slightly with your hands and press a crisscross pattern onto the top using a fork for the classic peanut butter cookie look.
- Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 325°F (160°C) for 2-3 minutes.
- Cook the Cookies:
- Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper.
- Place cookies in a single layer, leaving space for them to expand.
- Air fry in batches for 6-8 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow cookies to cool in the air fryer basket for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve warm or store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Notes
- Peanut Butter Choice: Creamy peanut butter works best for a smooth dough. Avoid natural peanut butter, as its oil separation can alter the texture.
- Batch Cooking: Cook cookies in batches to avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket.
- Custom Add-Ins: Add chocolate chips, chopped peanuts, or a sprinkle of sea salt for extra flavor.
- Freezing Dough: Freeze pre-rolled cookie dough balls for up to 3 months and air fry directly from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes to the cooking time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American