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Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies

  • Author: ChefSophia
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: About 16–18 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-free (check peanut butter brand), Vegetarian

Description

These Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies are everything you love about a classic peanut butter cookie soft in the middle, crisp at the edges, and packed with nutty flavor made even easier in the air fryer. With just a handful of pantry staples and no chilling required, they’re the perfect quick treat for busy days, late-night cravings, or whenever you need cookies in a hurry.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup smooth peanut butter (plus 1/4 cup for the optional filling)
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • A pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1 cup peanut butter, white sugar, brown sugar, egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and sea salt.
  2. Stir until the mixture forms a smooth, thick dough and everything is fully incorporated.
  3. Scoop out portions of dough, about 1 tablespoon each, and roll into smooth balls between your palms.
  4. For filled cookies (optional), use your thumb to make a small indentation in each dough ball, add a little of the extra peanut butter, then gently close and roll again to seal.
  5. Line a small baking sheet or air fryer tray with parchment paper that fits inside your air fryer basket.
  6. Arrange the dough balls on the parchment, leaving a little space between them for slight spreading.
  7. Using a fork, gently press down on each ball in one direction, then again in a perpendicular direction to create the classic criss-cross pattern.
  8. Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (180°C) for a few minutes, if your model requires preheating.
  9. Place the tray in the air fryer and cook for 7–9 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the tops look set.
  10. Carefully remove the tray from the air fryer. Do not move the cookies yet—they will be very soft.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the tray for about 10 minutes; they will firm up as they cool and become chewy and tender.
  12. Transfer to a rack to cool completely, or enjoy slightly warm for the ultimate peanut butter cookie experience.

Notes

  • These cookies are naturally flourless, so expect a soft, slightly fudgy texture in the center once cooled.
  • Air fryers vary, so the first batch is your test batch adjust time by 1–2 minutes as needed.
  • Don’t skip the cooling time; moving the cookies while hot can cause them to break or crumble.
  • If your dough seems too sticky, let it rest for 5–10 minutes at room temperature before shaping.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Snack
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (1/18 of recipe)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 13g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: air fryer peanut butter cookies, flourless peanut butter cookies, easy air fryer dessert, quick peanut butter cookie recipe

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