I call these 'emergency cookies.' I make these quick cookies anytime an emergency strikes. My most common emergency is last-minute dinner guests. Last-minute dinner guests are quite common around here, because I love a good challenge. Other times, I put a lot of effort into making a meal, and then 20 minutes before my guests arrive I slap my forehead because I can't believe I've forgotten dessert (again!). Monday is also an emergency. You know, every Monday. We all need cookies after the first day back to work from the weekend.
My most recent emergency with these cookies was that I couldn't stop eating marshmallow fluff out of the jar with a spoon. I had to get a hold of myself. Last week, someone from our Church dropped by the house unannounced. Did I have my Southern belle card on me? Was there a fresh pitcher of sweet tea in the fridge? Was the house spotless? Was I wearing acceptable clothes and a cute apron? No. I was sitting on the couch in yoga pants reading the latest issue of Martha Stewart Living, and in my clenched little fist was a spoon dipped in marshmallow fluff. It was not my finest moment. My Southern belle card has been temporarily revoked.
I stared down at my sticky little fist and knew I had to put the marshmallow fluff to good use before it got the best of me. I turned to my easy, 4-ingredient peanut butter cookie recipe.
These cookies do not contain flour, so they are perfect for baking up a quick batch for my gluten-free neighbor. They don't contain butter, so I don't have to let a stick of butter soften on the counter. They're the perfect cookie all-around: easy, quick and gluten-free!
I call these ’emergency cookies.’ I make these quick cookies anytime an emergency strikes! *Try to use regular peanut butter here, not a natural one with oil separation.Quick Marshmallow-Peanut Butter Cookies
Ingredients
Instructions
Notes
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
Carla @ Carlas Confections says
I definitely need these cookies! They look perfect! You are quick on your feet to know to turn to these in those emergency situations! I hope I remember them next time Im in a pinch ;)
Jessica@AKitchenAddiction says
I'm glad these don't take long to make, because I really want a couple now!
Emily says
I'm the same way with marshmallow fluff, It's so hard to stop eating! I made a recipe similar to this when I had to bring something gluten free to a party, but I never thought about adding marshmallow fluff. I loved those cookies so I can't wait to try this version!
Mimi @ Culinary Couture says
These are the best emergency cookies ever! I have half a jar of marshmallow fluff waiting to be baked into these!
Brigid says
Awesome! One of my best friends is gluten free and I always struggle to find recipes to make for her that are tasty for everyone! :)
Kim Bultman | alittle lunch says
Christina, you welcomed your unexpected guests graciously and made them cookies. If that isn't Southern hospitality, I don't know what is. :)
Mr. & Mrs. P says
These looks delicious!! They are perfect when we have our friend over that has gluten allergies
Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says
I try to keep some balls of cookie dough in my freezer for emergencies, they act like place and bake cookies! But these cookies are wonderful.
Michelle says
what a great recipe! I make these 4 ingredient PB cookies all the time. My hubby loves them! I wish I was a Southern Belle like you but if somebody popped over unexpectedly I would most likely be - in workout clothes drenched in sweat sitting on the couch with a complete disaster of a house around me and only weird paleo food in the house. lol.
Stephie @ EYHO says
I really, really do not like unexpected visitors. Guess it is a good thing I live in an apartment with a broken buzzer, huh? My main problem with unexpected guests is that I'm very likely not wearing pants...Yeah, I never had a southern belle card to revoke. Sigh. My great-grandmother is spinning in her grave.