3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookie with Sea Salt: 15-Minute Bake

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Note: Proper preheating ensures the sugar caramelizes immediately upon contact.
2. Combine the ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, add 1 cup of creamy peanut butter, 1 cup of granulated white sugar, and 1 large egg.
3. Mix vigorously. Use a stiff spatula to beat the mixture until it forms a smooth, cohesive dough that no longer sticks to the sides of the bowl.
4. Portion the dough. Scoop tablespoon sized portions and roll them between your palms into smooth balls about 1 inch in diameter.
5. Arrange on the sheet. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving exactly 2 inches of space between each one.
6. Apply the pattern. Press a fork into the top of each ball in a criss cross pattern until the cookie is about half an inch thick.
7. Season the tops. Sprinkle a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt over the center of each pressed cookie.
8. Bake the cookies. Place the tray on the center rack and bake for 10 minutes until the edges look matte and slightly golden.
9. Set the structure. Allow the cookies to sit on the hot baking sheet for 5 minutes. Note: They will be too soft to move initially; they firm up as they cool.
10. Cool completely. Move the cookies to a wire rack to finish cooling, which ensures the bottoms stay crisp and don't get soggy from steam.