Description
These healthy peanut butter cookies are naturally sweetened, gluten-free, and packed with protein! Made with natural peanut butter, coconut sugar (or honey), and almond flour, they are soft, chewy, and perfect for a guilt-free treat. This easy healthy cookie recipe can also be made vegan using a flax egg. Enjoy these delicious, nutritious peanut butter snacks anytime!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup natural peanut butter (no added sugar or oil)
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar or honey
- 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
- 1/2 cup almond flour (for extra softness)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix together peanut butter, coconut sugar, egg (or flax egg), and vanilla extract.
- Stir in baking soda, salt, and almond flour until well combined.
- Scoop dough into small balls, place them on the baking sheet, and flatten with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are slightly golden.
- Cool completely before serving for the best texture.
Notes
- For a crunchier cookie, bake for an extra 2-3 minutes.
- To make these vegan, use a flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 3 tbsp water, let sit for 5 minutes).
- For a nut-free version, swap peanut butter for sunflower seed butter.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer shelf life.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Healthy Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
