Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth with a batch of irresistible air fryer peanut butter cookies. These delightful treats are crispy on the outside, soft and chewy inside, and packed with rich, nutty flavor in every bite.
Now, peanut butter cookies are nothing new. But these are made entirely in the air fryer, which means they’re super quick and easy to whip up. There’s no need to preheat the oven or juggle cookie sheets!
With the air fryer, you can have a warm, gooey cookie in your hand in a matter of minutes. The high heat of the air fryer creates a deliciously crisp exterior that perfectly complements the soft, chewy center. And they’ve got that perfect balance of sweet and salty that only peanut butter can provide.
I know you might be skeptical about baking cookies in an air fryer. But an air fryer is really just a mini oven, so it works great! These peanut butter cookies turn out just as delicious as their oven-baked counterparts, if not better.
In this post, I’ll walk you through the simple steps of making these delicious cookies. They’re the ultimate comfort food, perfect for snacking after a long day or sharing with friends and family.
Looking for more cookies you can make in the air fryer? Try air fryer sugar cookies, air fryer snickerdoodles, or air fryer Christmas cookies.
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Ingredient Notes
For exact amounts needed see the recipe card below
These classic cookies are made with standard baking staples, including butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Of course, you also need peanut butter!
You can choose chunky or creamy peanut butter, depending on your preference. I love the added texture of chunky peanut butter to these cookies.
How to Make Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, white sugar, brown sugar, and egg.
- Whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, or your cookies might turn out tough.
- Shape the dough into 2-inch balls and place them about 3 inches apart on a piece of parchment paper. I like to use a cookie scoop to make this process easier and ensure even sizing. This recipe makes 24 cookies. Most air fryers can hold 6-8 cookies at a time, so you will need to cook them in batches.
- Grab a fork and dip it in some granulated sugar. Use the fork to press a crisscross pattern onto each cookie ball, flattening it to about 2 inches wide.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F. Place the parchment paper in the air fryer and bake for 8 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown around the edges. Keep an eye on them towards the end of the cooking time, as air fryers can vary.
- Transfer the cookies to a cooling rack and bake another batch.
Serving Ideas
These air fryer peanut butter cookies are delicious and versatile. My favorite way to serve them is with a big glass of milk. They are great for almost any occasion, from an after-school snack to a holiday cookie exchange.
Another fun idea is to melt some chocolate chips in the microwave and dip half of each cookie in the chocolate. Place them on a lined baking sheet and refrigerate until the chocolate is set. Peanut butter and chocolate are always a hit!
How to Store
Store the cookies in an airtight container. You can use a plastic storage container, a cookie jar, or even a ziplock bag. Just make sure it seals tightly to keep air out.
If you need to stack the cookies, place a layer of parchment paper or wax paper between each layer to prevent them from sticking together. Store the container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
If you want to freeze the cookies, place them in a freezer-safe container and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to eat them, let them thaw at room temperature for a few hours before serving.
Tips
Be sure to check out the step by step instructions
- If your dough is too sticky to work with, put it in the fridge for 15-20 minutes to firm up a bit. This will make it easier to roll into balls and press with a fork.
- Leave enough space between each cookie so they can spread out and cook evenly. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you will need to work in batches.
- Every air fryer is different, so keep an eye on your cookies towards the end of the cooking time. If they seem to be browning too quickly, reduce the temperature slightly or cook them for a minute or two less.
Reader Questions
I wouldn’t recommend it. Natural peanut butter tends to separate and can make the cookies greasy. Stick with regular creamy or chunky peanut butter for best results.
Absolutely! You can bake these cookies in a regular oven at 350 degrees F for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
You can substitute almond butter or any other nut butter you like. However, it may change the flavor and texture slightly.
This recipe makes about 2 dozen cookies, depending on how large you make them. Feel free to double or triple the recipe if you need more!
Yes, you can make the dough up to 2 days in advance and store it in the fridge until ready to bake. Just let it come to room temperature before shaping and baking.
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Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter softened
- 1/2 cup peanut butter cream or chunky
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Mix the butter, peanut butter, sugar, brown sugar, and egg.1/2 cup butter, 1/2 cup peanut butter, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 egg
- Mix your flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Add your dry ingredients to your wet ingredients and mix.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F.
- Shape the dough into 2 inch balls and place them 3 inches apart on a piece of parchment paper. Dip a fork in sugar and press in a crisscross pattern on each ball to flatten it to about 2 inches.
- Put the cookies (and the parchment paper) in the preheated air fryer. Bake for 8 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately remove the cookies to a cooling rack.
Notes
- Leave enough space between each cookie so they can spread out and cook evenly. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you will need to work in batches.
- Every air fryer is different, so keep an eye on your cookies towards the end of the cooking time.
- You can bake these cookies in a regular oven at 350 degrees F for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
- You can substitute almond butter or any other nut butter you like. However, it may change the flavor and texture slightly.
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Nutrition Information
Nutrition facts are estimates.
