Hellooooo guys! Have you ever found yourself craving something sweet, but have nothing in the house and the thought of making an entire batch of cookies seems completely overwhelming? Well you know I certainly have, and that’s where this recipe for peanut butter cookies for two comes in.

It’s simple, quick, and perfect for those moments when you need just a couple of cookies (because let’s be honest, no one wants just ONE cookie—two is way better).

Why Make Peanut Butter Cookies for Two?

There are so many reasons to love this recipe. First, it’s incredibly easy and doesn’t require a lot of ingredients, effort, or time. And hey, sometimes, you just don’t want to deal with the hassle of making a dozen or more cookies, especially if you’re only baking for yourself…or you and special someone. These peanut butter cookies for two are a perfect solution. They’re just the right amount without having batches of cookies laying around to tempt you later on.

Another thing that makes this recipe fantastic is its simplicity. You don’t need any special equipment or hard-to-find ingredients. And everything comes together in one small bowl and with one spoon, making cleanup a breeze.

Oh, and the single most important reason is, of course, that the cookies are insanely delicious.

The Ingredients You’ll Need

• Unsalted butter
• Peanut butter (regular old Jiff or Skippy work best)
• Sugar
• Brown sugar
• Vanilla extract
• Egg yolk
• All-purpose flour
• Sea salt
• Baking soda

The Process For Making Peanut Butter Cookies For Two

1. Preheat Your Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees. Line one baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cream the Butters and Sugars: In a small mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and sugar with the back of a large spoon until smooth and creamy.

1. Add the Wet Ingredients: Stir in the vanilla extract and the egg yolk until fully combined.

1. Incorporate the Dry Ingredients: Add the flour, sea salt, and baking soda to the bowl. Mix until no streaks of flour remain. The dough will be fairly thick, but that’s perfect for these cookies.

1. Form the Cookies: Divide the dough in half and roll each portion into a ball gently with your hands. Roll each ball in extra sugar to coat the outside.

1. Bake: Place the dough balls on the lined baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees for 11 minutes. Rotate the pan halfway through to ensure even baking. The cookies will spread a bit and will crack open on the top.
2. Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for several minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

About These Cookies

These peanut butter cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with peanut buttery goodness. The combination of brown sugar and granulated sugar gives them a rich flavor and perfect texture. They have just the right amount of sweetness, and the extra sugar coating adds a little crunch (which I LOVE).

I personally appreciate a plain Jane peanut butter cookie, but if you don’t necessarily, try adding a few chocolate chips to the dough or drizzle some melted chocolate on top after baking. Or, if you like a bit of a salty-sweet combo (me), sprinkle a little flaky sea salt on top of each cookie before baking. It only makes them better—swear!

Whether you’re looking for a quick dessert, a fun baking project with kids (or grandkids), or a way to satisfy a sudden craving for cookies, these peanut butter cookies for two are the perfect solution.

They’re easy to make, incredibly delicious, and just the right size for sharing (or not—no judgement here). You’ll love how simple and satisfying it is to make just a couple of perfect peanut butter cookies. Happy baking my friends!