October 24, 2023
Review RecipeAir Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies
Air fryer peanut butter cookies offer a delicious, crispy texture in minutes to classic peanut butter cookies and are sure to please when served for a snack.
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Air fryer peanut butter cookies are the perfect dessert for people who love a crumbly, nutty flavor. Cooked in an air fryer instead of a traditional oven, this delicious treat has a lighter and crispier texture than regular cookies and is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies Ingredients
Delicious peanut butter cookies in the air fryer are the perfect combination of sweet and savory.
The peanut butter gives them a rich, nutty taste, while the air fryer gives them a light and crunchy texture.
With their crumbly texture and nutty aroma, these easy air fryer cookies will surely be a new favorite.
You’ll need:
- 1¼ cups of all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon of baking soda
- ½ cup of salted sweet cream butter, softened
- ½ cup of creamy peanut butter (your favorite brand, I used Reese’s creamy peanut butter)
- ¾ cup of granulated sugar (divided into ½ cup and ¼ cup)
- ½ cup of light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract
Substitutions And Additions
CRUNCHY PEANUT BUTTER: You can substitute crunchy peanut butter for creamy peanut butter in this air fryer peanut butter cookie recipe.
NATURAL PEANUT BUTTER: You can substitute natural peanut butter for regular creamy peanut butter in this easy air fryer recipe.
How to Make This Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe
The air fryer makes whipping up a batch of these cookies so easy, and they come out tasting even better than traditional peanut butter cookies. Make sure to follow the directions for your model of air fryer.
STEP ONE: Add the flour and baking soda to a small mixing bowl. Whisk to combine. Set the flour mixture aside.
STEP TWO: In the bowl of a stand mixer or a medium-sized mixing bowl and a handheld electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat together the butter and peanut butter for 1 minute.
STEP THREE: Add ½ cup each of granulated and brown sugar to the peanut butter mixture. Continue mixing for 1½ to 2 minutes until completely incorporated.
STEP FOUR: Add the egg and vanilla. Continue mixing until no streaks of egg and vanilla remain.
STEP FIVE: Add the flour and mix just until combined. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
STEP SIX: Remove the basket from the air fryer. Line with parchment paper or a layer of aluminum foil with an overhang for “handles”. (I chose the foil liner option because parchment paper can bunch while baking the cookies and can warp the cookie shape.)
OUR RECIPE DEVELOPER SAYS
You can make a few aluminum foil liners with handles to make the baking easier. Simply lift out the foil liner with the baked cookies and replace it with the next pre-made liner.
STEP SEVEN: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (this should only take 3 to 4 minutes).
PRO TIP:
Some models of air fryer cannot be set to 375°F, so you can preheat to 370°F.
STEP EIGHT: Use a 1½-tablespoon cookie scoop to scoop the peanut butter cookie dough. Roll the dough into a ball. Roll in ¼ cup granulated sugar. Place the coated cookie dough balls in the lined basket. Use the tines of a fork to make a crisscross pattern on the top of the cookies.
PRO TIP:
You can coat the fork with the granulated sugar if it sticks to the cookie dough.
STEP NINE: Place the air fryer basket back into the air fryer. Bake for 6 to 7 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown. Remove the basket from the air fryer. Allow the cookies to rest in the basket for 2 to 3 minutes before transferring the cookies to a cooling rack to completely cool. Repeat for the remaining cookie dough.
PRO TIP:
Make sure to check your air fryer oven manual for time guidelines for your specific air fryer model, as the cooking time and temperatures vary depending on the type of air fryer you have.
How To Serve
Delicious peanut butter cookies are delicious on their own, but they’re even better when served with a big glass of cold milk.
For a more indulgent sweet treat, you can serve the cookies with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or top them with chocolate chips. If you’re feeling extra indulgent, drizzle some melted peanut butter or caramel sauce over the top.
No matter what you choose to serve them with, these cookies are sure to be a hit!
Did you know you can also make chocolate cake and cinnamon rolls in the air fryer? Check out our recipes for instructions.
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Storage
We’ve got you covered with some easy tips on how to store these homemade peanut butter cookies to maintain their deliciousness.
ON THE COUNTER: Allow the cookies to cool completely and place them in an airtight container or a resealable plastic bag.
Layer the cookies with parchment or wax paper to prevent sticking, and seal the container tightly. Stored this way, your cookies should stay fresh and delicious for up to 4 days.
IN THE FREEZER: To freeze the cookies, let them cool completely first. Then, place the cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet or plate, making sure they don’t touch each other.
Freeze them for about an hour to prevent sticking when stored together. After an initial freeze, transfer the cookies into an airtight container or a freezer-safe resealable bag. You can freeze the baked cookies for up to 1 month.
Once you’ve tried them, you’ll understand why these air fryer peanut butter cookies are so popular. They take only minutes to make and offer a delicious, crispy texture that tastes like it just came out of the oven.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I store air fryer peanut butter cookies?
This easy recipe can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Does the air fryer cook the cookies better than in the oven?
Air fryers are a great alternative to using a regular oven for many reasons. Air fryer recipes tend to cook faster than in the oven, don’t warm up the kitchen the way a regular oven would, and the best part is that clean-up is a snap!
Can I freeze this easy cookie recipe?
These delicious cookies can be stored in the freezer for up to a month.
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Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies
Air fryer peanut butter cookies offer a delicious, crispy texture in minutes to classic peanut butter cookies and are sure to please when served for a snack.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings 18
Ingredients
- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ cup salted sweet cream butter, softened
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter, your favorite brand (I used Reese’s creamy peanut butter)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar, divided into ½ cup and ¼ cup
- ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Add the flour and baking soda to a small mixing bowl. Whisk to combine. Set it aside.
- Using a stand mixer or a medium-sized mixing bowl and a handheld mixer on medium-high speed, beat together the butter and peanut butter for 1 minute.
- Add ½ cup each of granulated and brown sugar to the peanut butter mixture. Continue mixing for 1½ to 2 minutes until completely incorporated.
- Add the egg and vanilla. Continue mixing until no streaks of egg and vanilla remain.
- Add the flour and mix just until combined. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Remove the basket from the air fryer. Line with parchment paper or a layer of aluminum foil with an overhang for “handles”. (I chose the foil liner option because parchment paper can bunch while baking the cookies and can warp the cookie shape.)
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (this should only take 3 to 4 minutes. Some models of air fryer cannot be set to 375°F, so you can preheat to 370°F).
- Use a 1½-tablespoon cookie scoop to scoop the cookie dough. Roll the dough into a ball. Roll in ¼ cup granulated sugar. Place the coated cookie dough in the lined basket. Use a fork to make a crisscross pattern. (You can coat the fork with the granulated sugar if it sticks to the cookie dough.)
- Place the basket back into the air fryer. Bake for 6 to 7 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown. Remove the basket from the air fryer. Allow the cookies to rest in the basket for 2 to 3 minutes before transferring the cookies to a cooling rack to completely cool. Repeat for the remaining cookie dough.
Notes
- You can make a few aluminum foil liners with handles to make the baking easier. Simply lift out the foil liner with the baked cookies and replace it with the next pre-made liner.
- Some models of air fryer cannot be set to 375°F, so you can preheat to 370°F.
- You can coat the fork with the granulated sugar if it sticks to the cookie dough.
- Make sure to check your air fryer oven manual for time guidelines for your specific air fryer model, as the cooking time and temperatures vary depending on the type of air fryer you have.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 123mg | Potassium: 64mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 173IU | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg
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