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Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Delicious and easy-to-make Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies that are gluten-free and perfect for a quick treat. These cookies have a soft interior with a golden exterior, made with natural peanut butter, brown and granulated sugars, and optionally chocolate chips for a sweet twist.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (with xanthan gum)
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ cup gluten-free chocolate chips (optional)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup natural, unsweetened peanut butter
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1 large egg (at room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and the room-temperature egg. Stir the mixture until it reaches a smooth, creamy consistency. Properly mixing these ingredients ensures a well-blended dough for your air fryer peanut butter cookies.
  2. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Carefully fold in the gluten-free flour, baking soda, and vanilla extract. Make sure to incorporate everything without overmixing. This delicate folding keeps your cookies tender and gives them just the right texture.
  3. Shape Dough: Using a tablespoon-sized scoop, portion out the dough and roll it into smooth balls with your hands. Placing evenly sized balls on the tray will help them cook uniformly in the air fryer, leading to consistent results.
  4. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (about 175°C) for approximately 5 minutes. This step is crucial as it ensures the cookies cook evenly, achieving that perfect golden exterior while maintaining a soft interior.
  5. Arrange and Cook: Arrange the cookie balls in a single layer in the air fryer basket, taking care not to overcrowd them. Cook for 7 minutes or until they are lightly browned. This timing is essential to prevent the cookies from drying out during the cooking process.
  6. Cool: When the cookies are done, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Allowing them to cool ensures they set properly and develop the right texture.

Notes

  • You can omit the chocolate chips for a more classic peanut butter cookie flavor or substitute with nuts if desired.
  • Make sure the egg is at room temperature to help with better mixing and texture.
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and proper crisping of the cookies.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/air-fryer-peanut-butter-cookies-recipe/