4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies
If you are looking for the easiest homemade cookie recipe, these 4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies are perfect. They are soft, chewy, rich in peanut butter flavor, and filled with melty chocolate chips. With only four simple ingredients and no flour required, these cookies come together quickly and bake in just minutes.
This easy recipe is perfect for beginner bakers and anyone craving a warm homemade dessert. Check out these 3 Ingredient Brownies or these 4 Ingredient Brownies for another delicious homemade dessert recipe!
Why You Will Love These Cookies
There are many peanut butter cookie recipes, but this one stands out for several reasons.
- Only four ingredients
- No flour required
- Naturally gluten free
- Ready in about 20 minutes
- Rich peanut butter flavor
- Soft centers with slightly crisp edges
- Because peanut butter acts as both the fat and structure in the dough, you can skip the flour entirely while still getting delicious cookies.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all natural creamy peanut butter
- 2 eggs
- ⅔ cup coconut sugar
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
Ingredient Tips
Peanut Butter
Use natural creamy peanut butter made from peanuts and salt. This creates the best texture and rich flavor.
Avoid peanut butter that contains added oils because it can make the cookies spread too much.
Eggs
Eggs bind the dough together and help the cookies hold their shape while baking.
Coconut Sugar
Coconut sugar adds a light caramel flavor and keeps the cookies soft.
Brown sugar can be used as a substitute if needed.
Dark Chocolate Chips
Dark chocolate balances the sweetness and adds rich chocolate flavor to every bite.
How to Make 4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies
- First, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, add the peanut butter, eggs, and coconut sugar. Mix together.
- Fold in the chocolate chips. The dough may be sticky.
- Use a cookie scoop to scoop balls of dough onto the lined pan. Space at least 3 inches apart.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the middles still look gooey.
- Finally, remove from the oven. Allow the cookies to cool for 15 minutes before removing to a wire rack.
Texture Guide
If you want to adjust the cookie texture, try these tips.
For softer cookies, bake for 9 to 10 minutes.
For chewy cookies, bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
Lastly, for slightly crisp cookies, bake for 13 minutes.
Ingredient Substitutions
| Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
| Peanut Butter | Almond butter | Slightly milder flavor |
| Coconut Sugar | Brown sugar | Adds deeper caramel taste |
| Chocolate Chips | Peanut butter chips | Extra peanut flavor |
| Eggs | Flax eggs | Vegan option |
Troubleshooting Guide
Dough is too sticky
Refrigerate the dough for 20 minutes before baking.
Cookies spread too much
The peanut butter may contain too much oil. Chill the dough before baking.
Cookies fall apart
Allow cookies to cool fully before moving them.
Storage Tips
Room temperature
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Refrigerator
Cookies will stay fresh for about 1 week.
Freezer
Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months.
Let them thaw at room temperature before serving.
Baking Tips for Perfect Cookies
Use a cookie scoop to keep cookies evenly sized.
Always line your baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Do not overbake. The centers should still look slightly soft when removed from the oven.
Let cookies cool before moving them so they hold together.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Because this recipe does not contain flour, it is naturally gluten free.
Yes. The cookies are delicious even without chocolate.
Yes. Roll the dough into balls and freeze for up to 3 months. Bake directly from frozen and add 1 to 2 minutes of baking time.
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Get the Recipe: 4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup all natural creamy peanut butter
- 2 eggs
- ⅔ cup coconut sugar
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- First, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, add the peanut butter, eggs, and coconut sugar. Mix together.
- Fold in the chocolate chips. The dough may be sticky.
- Use a cookie scoop to scoop balls of dough onto the lined pan. Space at least 3 inches apart.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the middles still look gooey.
- Finally, remove from the oven. Allow the cookies to cool for 15 minutes before removing to a wire rack.
Notes
- Use all natural creamy peanut butter made from only peanuts and salt.
- If needed, replace the coconut sugar with brown sugar.
- The dough may be slightly sticky. Use a cookie scoop to scoop the dough.
- If your dough is too moist, refrigerate the dough for 20 minutes before baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature.