Description
These Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies are a quick and easy treat made with natural peanut butter, gluten-free flour, and a hint of vanilla. Cooked to perfection in the air fryer, they have a chewy texture with a golden exterior, perfect for anyone craving a classic cookie without turning on the oven.
Ingredients
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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
- Mix Peanut Butter and Sugars: 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.
- Fold in 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.
- Shape Cookie 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.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F for about 5 minutes. This step is crucial as it ensures the cookies cook evenly, achieving that perfect golden exterior while maintaining a soft interior.
- Cook the Cookies: 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.
- Cool Cookies: When the cookies are done, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Allowing them to cool will help them set properly, resulting in wonderfully chewy air fryer peanut butter cookies.
Notes
- Make sure the egg is at room temperature to ensure proper mixing and texture.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow even cooking.
- Optional: Add gluten-free chocolate chips to the dough for an extra chocolatey touch.
- If you prefer crispier cookies, air fry for an additional 1-2 minutes but watch closely to avoid burning.
- Allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack for best texture and flavor.
