Start by preheating your oven to 350°F
In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of peanut butter, 1/2 cup of sugar, and 1 egg. Mix until all the ingredients are well combined. You can use a fork or a hand mixer for this step, but a spoon will do just fine if you prefer a more rustic approach.
Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper leaving some space between each ball to allow for spreading. For a classic look, you can press each ball down slightly with a fork to create a crisscross pattern on top.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes. Keep an eye on them; they should be golden brown around the edges but slightly soft in the middle. They will continue to firm up as they cool
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy them warm, or store them in an airtight container for up to a
