If you are one of those who love peanut butter and follow a gluten-free diet, then this Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Cookies recipe is a great option for you! These cookies are soft, chewy and naturally flourless, making for a quick and easy treat. Just a few simple ingredients are needed and this recipe is ready in just a few minutes!
If you have gluten intolerance, celiac disease or are just looking for a healthy dessert option, this recipe is 100% gluten-free and you won’t miss normal cookies at all! And you will enjoy them a lot more when you eat them.
- These cookies are made with just peanut butter, sugar, and eggs and naturally gluten-free.
- Simple pantry staples, no fancy ingredients required for this simple recipe.
- Perfect texture with a rich peanut butter flavor.
- This recipe is very quick and ready in under 20 minutes with no chilling required.
- A great treat for everyone, including kids as they would love this.
Ingredients :
You just need just a few ingredients for this recipe :
- 1 cup peanut butter (natural or regular, creamy or crunchy)
- ¾ cup sugar (granulated, brown, or coconut sugar for a healthier twist)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for extra flavor)
- ½ tsp baking soda (check that it’s gluten-free)
You can add chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or sea salt for extra flavor! (Optional)
Instructions
- Step 1 – Firstly, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Step 2 – Combine peanut butter, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and baking soda in a mixing bowl. Stir until the mixture is smooth and thick.
- Step 3 – Scoop out small portions (about 1 tablespoon) of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each.
- Step 4 – Use a fork to press down each cookie, making a crisscross pattern on top. This helps the cookies bake evenly and gives them the signature peanut butter cookie look.
- Step 5 – Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the cookies look set and lightly golden. They may be soft in the center but will firm up as they cool. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Step 6 – Time for a treat , your gluten-free peanut butter cookies are ready to enjoy!
Suggestions :
Use Natural Peanut Butter for a Healthier Option – If using natural peanut butter, stir well before measuring to avoid excess oil.
Don’t Overbake – The cookies may look soft when you take them out, but they will firm up as they cool.
Add Extra Flavor – Sprinkle sea salt on top or mix in dark chocolate chips for a delicious twist!
Make It Vegan – Replace the egg with a flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 3 tbsp water).
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