Ingredients:
- 1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup (200g) granulated white sugar
- 1 large egg
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven. Set it to 350°F (175°C) and ensure the rack is in the center position. Note: This ensures even air circulation around the pans.
- Combine the ingredients. Place 1 cup of creamy peanut butter, 1 cup of sugar, and 1 egg in your bowl.
- Mix until smooth. Stir vigorously until the mixture loses its shine and becomes a cohesive, matte dough.
- Scoop the dough. Divide the mixture into 18 equal portions, about the size of a golf ball.
- Roll into spheres. Use your palms to roll each piece until it is smooth and crack free.
- Apply the pattern. Use a fork to press a crosshatch into the top, until the cookie is about 1/2 inch thick.
- Bake the cookies. Slide the trays in and bake for 10 minutes until the edges are just barely golden.
- Cool on the pan. Let them sit for 5 minutes until they firm up enough to be moved. Note: They will be too soft to handle immediately.
- Transfer to a rack. Move them to a wire rack to cool completely for that final snap.
- Add a finishing touch. Sprinkle a tiny pinch of sea salt on top while they are still warm for a flavor boost.