Peanut Butter Drop Cookies with Sea Salt Sprinkles
Soft and chewy peanut butter cookies, enhanced with a touch of sea salt to balance the sweet and nutty flavors. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 22 minutes layers creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, large egg into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 18, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp sea salt flakes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup creamy peanut butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 large egg, 1 tsp baking soda, and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Stir until a thick, uniform dough forms.
- Step 2: Using a tablespoon, scoop dough and drop onto the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Lightly press each cookie with a fork in a crisscross pattern.
- Step 3: Sprinkle a pinch of 1/2 tsp sea salt flakes evenly over the tops of the cookies.
- Step 4: Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but centers remain soft. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Peanut Butter Drop Cookies with Sea Salt Sprinkles take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Peanut Butter Drop Cookies with Sea Salt Sprinkles?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Peanut Butter Drop Cookies with Sea Salt Sprinkles?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Peanut Butter Drop Cookies with Sea Salt Sprinkles for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 18 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 18). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Peanut Butter Drop Cookies with Sea Salt Sprinkles?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
