🥜 Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies – Soft, Chewy & Irresistible! 🍪
Introduction
Craving a quick, easy, and absolutely delicious peanut butter treat? These Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies are soft, chewy, and stuffed with a creamy peanut butter filling—all made in just 25 minutes!
Unlike traditional oven-baked cookies, air frying gives them a perfectly crisp edge while keeping the inside rich and tender. Whether you’re a peanut butter lover or just looking for a simple dessert with minimal ingredients, these cookies will hit the spot!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Quick & Easy – No oven required; ready in under 30 minutes!
✔ Soft & Chewy – Perfect texture with a gooey peanut butter center.
✔ Only 7 Ingredients – Simple pantry staples, no flour needed!
✔ Kid-Friendly – A fun recipe for little hands to help with!
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🥜 Ingredients for Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies
Cookie Dough:
✔ 1 cup smooth peanut butter
✔ ½ cup granulated sugar
✔ ½ cup packed brown sugar
✔ 1 large egg
✔ 1 teaspoon baking soda
✔ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
✔ A pinch of sea salt
Peanut Butter Filling (Optional):
✔ ¼ cup smooth peanut butter
✔ 1 teaspoon powdered sugar
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👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and egg.
Mix until smooth and creamy.
Stir in baking soda, vanilla extract, and sea salt until fully incorporated.
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2️⃣ Make the Peanut Butter Filling (Optional, But Highly Recommended!)
In a small bowl, mix ¼ cup peanut butter with 1 teaspoon powdered sugar.
This makes a thicker, slightly sweeter filling for an extra peanut butter kick!
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3️⃣ Shape the Cookies
Scoop out 1 tablespoon of cookie dough and roll into a ball.
Flatten the ball slightly and place ½ teaspoon of peanut butter filling in the center.
Fold the dough around the filling, sealing it completely.
Roll into a smooth ball again.
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4️⃣ Flatten & Decorate
Place each filled dough ball in the air fryer basket, leaving space between them.
Using a fork, gently press a crisscross pattern onto the top, flattening slightly.
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5️⃣ Air Fry to Perfection
Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Cook in batches for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and slightly crisp.
Avoid overcrowding to allow even cooking.
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6️⃣ Cool & Enjoy!
Carefully remove the cookies from the air fryer.
Let them cool on a wire rack for 5–10 minutes—the filling will firm up slightly while remaining lusciously gooey.
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🔥 Pro Tips for the Best Peanut Butter Cookies
✔ Use Creamy Peanut Butter – For the smoothest dough and best texture.
✔ Don’t Skip the Cooling Time – The cookies firm up as they cool.
✔ Make Them Extra Decadent – Drizzle with melted chocolate or sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
✔ For Crispier Cookies – Air fry 1-2 minutes longer.
✔ Want a Crunchy Twist? – Stir in ½ cup chopped peanuts or chocolate chips.
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🍽️ How to Serve & Store Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies
🥛 Pair with Cold Milk – The classic combo!
🍨 Crush Over Ice Cream – For a crunchy, peanut-buttery topping.
🍫 Dunk in Chocolate – Half-dip in melted chocolate for extra indulgence.
Storage:
📦 At Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
❄ In the Freezer: Freeze unbaked dough balls for up to 3 months—air fry straight from frozen!
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Can I Make These Without an Air Fryer?
Yes! Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes.
2. What’s the Best Peanut Butter to Use?
Stick to regular creamy peanut butter (like Jif or Skippy) for the best results—natural peanut butter may be too oily.
3. Can I Make These Sugar-Free?
Yes! Swap granulated sugar and brown sugar with a sugar substitute like erythritol or monk fruit.
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✨ Final Thoughts: The Perfect Peanut Butter Treat!
These Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies are a quick, easy, and incredibly satisfying dessert that’s crispy on the edges, soft in the center, and bursting with peanut butter goodness! Whether you’re baking for yourself, kids, or a gathering, these flourless cookies will disappear fast!
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