Awesome Gluten Free Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies
Indulge your sweet tooth with these *Awesome Gluten-Free Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies*—a perfect fusion of simplicity and decadence. Made with wholesome ingredients like creamy natural peanut butter, almond flour, and a touch of maple syrup, these cookies offer a deliciously chewy texture and rich nutty flavor while being entirely gluten-free and vegan-friendly. The recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, thanks to a flax "egg" for binding, and optional dairy-free chocolate chips add the perfect hint of sweetness for an irresistible treat. These cookies are perfect for satisfying cravings, serving at gatherings, or pairing with your favorite plant-based milk. Plus, they stay fresh for days, making them a standout option for your weekly meal prep. Try this healthier take on classic peanut butter cookies today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Natural creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 cup Maple syrup
- 0.25 cup Coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Ground flaxseed
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseed and water. Let it sit for 5 minutes to create a flax 'egg'.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut sugar, flax 'egg', and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well combined.
Add the almond flour, baking soda, and salt to the bowl. Mix until a dough forms. If using, fold in the dairy-free chocolate chips.
Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
Use a fork to gently flatten each dough ball and create a crisscross pattern on top.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Do not overbake as they will firm up as they cool.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy your Awesome Gluten Free Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies! Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2466 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 194.3 g | 249% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.9 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1630 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.6 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.6 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 72.9 g | ||
| Protein | 78.6 g | 157% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 350 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 1686 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
