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Healthier Peanut Butter Cookies

These healthier peanut butter cookies are a delightful treat, made with simple ingredients for a guilt-free indulgence. They are soft, chewy, and packed with classic peanut butter flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter (natural, unsweetened)
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup (or other liquid sweetener)
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 cup Oat Flour (or almond flour)
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 tsp Salt

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Fork

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Add the oat flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Baking
  1. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a prepared baking sheet. Gently press each cookie with a fork to create a criss-cross pattern.
  2. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  3. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Do not overbake these cookies to keep them soft and chewy. They will firm up as they cool. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.