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    Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies

    Published: Jun 20, 2022 by Wendy Polisi Modified: Aug 7, 2022 · 1025 words. · About 6 minutes to read this article. This post may contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own.

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    You're going to love this recipe for Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies! They are such a fun twist on a classic.  These cookies are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside.  Best of all, they are easy to make and only require a handful of simple ingredients.

    Photo of two plates of air fryer peanut butter cookies with milk jars behind them and a cooling rack.

    If you've never baked cookies in your air fryer before, you are in for a treat! The circulating air of the air fryer creates the perfect environment for baking perfect cookies.

    They come out perfectly crispy on the outside and nice and chewy on the inside. And, since they cook so evenly, you don't have to worry about them burning.

    So, if you're looking for a delicious and easy cookie recipe, give these Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies a try. 

    You won't be disappointed - these cookies are some of my favorite sweet treats.

    Ingredients for Making Peanut Butter Cookies in the Air Fryer

    Overhead photo of prep bowls with peanut butter, an egg, baking powder, white sugar, brown sugar, flour, vanilla, and butter.
    • Flour:  Use all-purpose flour
    • Salt:  Make sure you are using fine salt, not flakey.
    • Baking Soda and Powder:  For the best results, make sure both are fresh
    • Butter:  Use unsalted butter and ensure it is set at room temperature for at least an hour.
    • Sugars:  A blend of white and light brown sugar give just the right texture and flavor.
    • Peanut Butter:  I like crunchy peanut butter for texture, but if you prefer, you can use creamy peanut butter.
    • Egg:  You want one large egg.
    • Vanilla:  Use the best quality vanilla extract that you can.

    Tips & Tricks

    • Use a cookie scoop to drop the dough onto a parchment paper-lined plate or baking sheet.  This will ensure they are even in size.
    • If you want your cookies to be extra crispy, you can spray them lightly with cooking spray before cooking.
    • Cook the cookies just until they are golden brown. Overcooking will result in dry, crumbly cookies.
    • Allow the cookies to cool for a few minutes before removing them from the air fryer basket. This will help them set up and be less likely to fall apart.
    • The cook time will vary depending on your air fryer.  An air fryer oven will typically take a bit longer to cook than a basket-style oven.
    • Serve these air fryer cookies with a glass of cold milk, and enjoy!
    • Though non-traditional, feel free to add nuts.  Peanuts, pecans, walnuts, and almonds all work in these easy air fryer cookies.

    Frequently Asked Questions 

    How can you tell when the Air Fryer Peanut Butter cookies are done?

    The best way to know if these cookies are done is to look for them to be golden brown. You don't want to overcook them, or they will be dry and crumbly.

    Why do you put fork marks in peanut butter cookies?

    The fork marks are just for aesthetics and don't serve any particular purpose. But, they give the cookies a nice, homemade look and make this dessert more fun.

    What brand of peanut butter should I use for making cookies?

    I like to use Jif or Skippy brands of peanut butter for making peanut butter air fryer cookies.  Any brand will work fine, but you typically don't want to use natural peanut butter for air frying cookies.

    Tools Needed to Make Air Fried Peanut Butter Cookies

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    • Air Fryer
    • Air Fryer Liner (optional)
    • Spatula
    • Cookie Scoop
    • Bowl
    • Stand Mixer or hand electric mixer
    • Cooling Rack

    Storage

    You can make the peanut butter cookie dough a day ahead of time and store the dough in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

    Store leftovers in a sealed container at room temperature for up to four days.

    You can freeze this peanut butter cookie recipe for up to three months.  To freeze, place on a parchment-lined baking sheet in the freezer for four hours.  Once frozen solid, transfer to a freezer-safe container or bag.

    How to Make Peanut Butter Cookies in the Air Fryer

    First, mix the flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder in a medium mixing bowl.

    Flour, salt, and baking powder in a large red bowl.
    Sugars and butter whipped together in the bowl of a stand mixer.

    In the bowl of a stand mixer or a large bowl, if using a hand mixer, combine the butter and sugars over medium speed for 3 minutes.

    Sugars and butter beaten together that has just had peanut butter added to it.
    Peanut butter cookie dough being made in the bowl of a stand mixer.

    Fold in the peanut butter and beat until incorporated.

    Scrape down the sides of the bowl and add the egg and vanilla.

    Peanut butter, egg, and vanilla in a stand mixer.
    Peanut butter, butter, and sugars being mixed in a stand mixer.

    Add the flour mixture, and beat until combined, being careful not to overbeat.

    Preheat your air fryer to 325° F.

    Photo of whipped peanut butter, sugar, and butter with flour added to it.
    The bowl of a stand mixer with air fryer peanut butter cookies in it and a cookie scoop next to it.

    Use a cookie scoop or spoon to portion out the cookies.  Roll into balls and then use a fork to form a crosshatch pattern by pressing down and then pressing again in the opposite direction. 

    Photo of a parchment lined sheet pan with peanut butter cookies being scooped and rolled onto it.
    Overhead photo of peanut butter cookies in an air fryer.

    Line your air fryer with an air fryer liner with breathing holes.  Arrange the cookies in a single layer in your air fryer tray or basket and cook for 7 to 8 minutes.  Make sure that you leave enough space between the cookies.

    Cool for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

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    Photo of a plate with a stack of air fryer peanut butter cookies and another cookie sitting next to it.
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    Square photo of two plates of air fryer peanut butter cookies with milk jars behind them and a cooling rack.
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    5 from 5 votes

    Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies

    It's no secret that peanut butter and chocolate are a heavenly combination, so it should be no surprise that these air fryer peanut butter cookies are amazing. These cookies are soft, chewy, and full of delicious peanut butter flavor.
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time8 mins
    Total Time23 mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Cookies
    Servings: 12
    Calories: 261kcal
    Author: Wendy Polisi

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
    • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ cup unsalted butter at room temperature
    • ½ cup light brown sugar
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • ½ cup crunchy peanut butter
    • 1 large egg
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    Instructions

    • Whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder in a medium bowl.
    • In a stand mixer's bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar over medium speed until fluffy, about 3 minutes.
    • Add the peanut butter and beat until incorporated.
    • Scrape down the bowl, and add the egg and vanilla. Beat until incorporated.
    • Add the flour mixture and process until just incorporated.
    • Preheat your air fryer to 325° F.
    • Roll the cookies into balls and place them in your air fryer, cooking in batches if necessary.
    • Make a crosshatch design using a fork.
    • Cook for 7 to 8 minutes, until golden.
    • Allow to cool for 5 minutes, and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 261kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 181mg | Potassium: 125mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 256IU | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg

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    About Wendy Polisi

    Hi, I’m Wendy! I’m a cook, 5 time cookbook author, blogger, natural health enthusiast…and most importantly a mom. My boys are 16 & 17 and my late life princess is 9.

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    1. Roxie

      July 06, 2022 at 1:22 pm

      5 stars
      My daughter loves peanut butter and this is the 1st time I made peanut butter cookies using air fryer and she loves it. Thank you

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    2. Glenda

      July 06, 2022 at 3:20 pm

      5 stars
      I've had a chocolate chip cookie air fryer recipe saved for a while, now, and have just kept putting it off. So when I saw your peanut butter cookies, I decided to just jump in and do it. They were perfection! Now, I feel silly for putting off air fryer cookies for so long. Will definitely be making these and others, again.

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    3. Tiffany

      July 06, 2022 at 10:20 pm

      5 stars
      My first time making cookies in the air fryer turned out wonderfully ☺️ I loved this recipe!

      Reply
    4. Cami

      July 07, 2022 at 1:20 am

      5 stars
      I love this! Perfect for parties

      Reply
    5. Natalie

      July 07, 2022 at 10:11 am

      5 stars
      My kids love peanut butter, so we made these cookies together, they were perfect, thanks!

      Reply

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