I call these “emergency cookies.” They’re my go-to when I need a fast dessert—perfect for unexpected guests, a forgotten sweet at the last minute, or simply to get through a Monday. They’re quick, forgiving, and reliably delicious.
Once, I found myself spooning marshmallow fluff straight from the jar while lounging on the couch, still in yoga pants and reading Martha Stewart Living. When someone from church popped by unannounced, I realized I needed to turn that jar of fluff into something presentable—and fast. That’s when I reached for my easy 4-ingredient peanut butter cookie recipe.
These cookies are naturally gluten-free since they contain no flour, and they don’t require butter, so there’s no waiting for margarine or butter to soften. They’re ideal when time is short but you want something homemade: simple, fast, and satisfying.
Quick Marshmallow-Peanut Butter Cookies
These are my emergency cookies—fast to make and delightful to serve whenever you need a quick homemade treat.
10 minutes
10 minutes
20 minutes
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter*
- 5 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 3 heaping tablespoons marshmallow fluff
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter, sugar, and egg. Stir until thoroughly combined.
- Drop one tablespoon of marshmallow fluff into the batter and break it up with your fingers. Repeat with the remaining 2 tablespoons so the batter has pockets and streaks of fluff. Gently stir—don’t overmix. Drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment or a silicone mat. If you like, use the last tablespoon of fluff on top of each cookie for a toasted-marshmallow crust.
- Bake for 10–11 minutes. Let the cookies rest on the sheet for 3 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
*Use regular creamy peanut butter rather than a natural variety that separates, for best texture and consistency.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12
Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 94Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 58mgCarbohydrates: 9gFiber: 1gSugar: 7gProtein: 3g
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