Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe

Introduction

These Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies are quick, easy, and irresistibly delicious. With a crisp edge and soft center, they offer the perfect peanut butter flavor without heating up your oven. Ideal for a fast treat or when you want a homemade cookie in minutes.

Ingredients

• ½ cup butter (room temperature)
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ⅓ cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
• ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 ¼ cups flour
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup granulated sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Beat together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a medium mixing bowl until light and creamy.
2. Step 2: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until just combined. Then, beat in the peanut butter.
3. Step 3: Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to the bowl and beat until well combined.
4. Step 4: Place the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to chill.
5. Step 5: Line the basket of your air fryer with parchment paper and preheat to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
6. Step 6: Use a medium cookie scoop to portion the dough. Shape each portion into a ball and roll it through the granulated sugar to coat.
7. Step 7: Arrange the cookie dough balls in the air fryer basket, leaving 1-2 inches between each to allow for spreading.
8. Step 8: Press a crisscross pattern into the top of each cookie gently using a fork.
9. Step 9: Air fry for 5 minutes, or until the edges and the crisscross pattern tips turn golden brown. Avoid overbaking.
10. Step 10: Let the cookies cool for a couple of minutes before carefully removing them with a spatula. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack to avoid breaking.

Tips & Variations

• For a nuttier flavor, try using natural peanut butter, but ensure it’s well stirred before measuring.
• Chilling the dough longer than 30 minutes can help the cookies hold their shape better when air frying.
• If you prefer chunky texture, add chopped peanuts or chocolate chips to the dough before chilling.

Storage

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze them in a sealed container for up to 3 months. To reheat, warm briefly in the air fryer or microwave to soften.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy?

Yes, crunchy peanut butter can be used and will add a pleasant texture with bits of peanuts in the cookies.

Do I have to use an air fryer, or can I bake these in a conventional oven?

You can bake these cookies in a conventional oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 8-10 minutes. Keep an eye on them to avoid overbaking.