Description
Delight in these Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies that are gluten-free and packed with nutty goodness. These easy-to-make cookies are perfect for those with gluten sensitivities or anyone craving a sweet treat with a hint of saltiness.
Ingredients
Scale
Peanut Butter Cookies:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar (lightly packed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt (optional, if peanut butter is unsalted)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt. Stir until smooth.
- Shape Dough: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and place on the baking sheet.
- Flatten and Bake: Flatten each cookie with a fork, bake for 9–11 minutes until set, and let cool on a wire rack.
Notes
- These cookies are naturally gluten-free.
- For a dairy-free option, ensure all ingredients are dairy-free.
- For added texture, consider folding in chocolate chips or chopped peanuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
