Best 4 Three Ingredient Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our curated collection of three-ingredient cookie recipes, a symphony of flavors achieved with minimal ingredients. From classic chocolate chip cookies to gooey peanut butter delights and irresistible oatmeal raisin wonders, these recipes are culinary masterpieces in their own right. With just a handful of pantry staples, you can whip up a batch of these delectable treats that are sure to tantalize taste buds and bring joy to any occasion.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

THREE INGREDIENT PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES



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This recipe has just 3 ingredients. It's fast, easy and the cookies are wonderful! It's great for kids that are just learning to bake.

Provided by Francie

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Peanut Butter Cookie Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup peanut butter
1 cup white sugar
1 egg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Combine the peanut butter, white sugar and egg. Mix until smooth.
  • Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 6 to 8 minutes. Do not overbake! These cookies are best when they are still soft and just barely brown on the bottoms.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393.8 calories, Carbohydrate 41.8 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 209 mg, Sugar 37.3 g

THREE-INGREDIENT SHORTBREAD COOKIES



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This recipe is so easy and so tasty! You can dip half the cookie in chocolate once they have cooled completely. I have made these for Christmas cookies by dipping in chocolate and sprinkling with pecans. I have also used pink chocolate for baby showers.

Provided by StephD

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Butter Cookie Recipes     Shortbread Cookie Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup butter, softened
½ cup superfine sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line a 9-inch square pan with foil, leaving an overhang on all sides.
  • Mix butter and sugar together with a spoon until texture is sandy. Slowly mix in flour. Knead dough a few times until crumbly, not smooth. Pat dough over the bottom of the prepared pan. Prick all over with a fork.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until set, about 45 minutes. Score with a knife while still warm. Lift out foil and let cookies cool on a baking rack. Break apart on cut lines when completely cooled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 24.4 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 65.7 mg, Sugar 5 g

GLUTEN-FREE THREE INGREDIENT PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES



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We kid you not--only three ingredients to home-baked cookies!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup peanut butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350?F. In medium bowl, stir together all ingredients until blended. On ungreased cookie sheets, drop dough by level tablespoons 2 inches apart.
  • Bake 14 to 16 minutes or until edges are set. Let stand 1 minute; remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 80 mg, Sugar 15 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY THREE-INGREDIENT GLUTEN-FREE GERMAN CHRISTMAS COCONUT COOKIES



Easy Three-Ingredient Gluten-Free German Christmas Coconut Cookies image

These German coconut cookies (Kokosmakronen) are one of the most popular German Christmas cookies and use three ingredients. They are gluten free, lactose free, and very easy to make. Store in airtight containers.

Provided by vewohl

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     German

Time 40m

Yield 45

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 egg whites
1 cup white sugar
2 cups unsweetened coconut flakes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until stiff peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, and continue beating. Fold in coconut flakes with a spatula.
  • Use 2 teaspoons to place little mounds of coconut mixture 2 inches apart onto the baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the size of the cookies. Allow to cool on baking sheet for a few minutes, then carefully transfer onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Fat 2.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 6.5 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

Tips:

  • For chewier cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • If you don't have parchment paper, grease a baking sheet with butter or cooking spray.
  • Bake the cookies until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • For a fun twist, try adding chopped nuts, dried fruit, or chocolate chips to the cookie dough.

Conclusion:

These three-ingredient cookies are a delicious and easy treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick snack or a sweet dessert. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of cookies that are sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a simple and delicious cookie recipe, give these three-ingredient cookies a try.

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