Imagine sinking your teeth into a perfectly soft, melt-in-your-mouth peanut butter cookie that's not only incredibly delicious but also completely gluten-free! These magical cookies are about to become your new obsession, proving that dietary restrictions never mean sacrificing flavor. With just five simple ingredients and less than 30 minutes of your time, you'll create a batch of cookies so irresistible that even gluten-lovers won't be able to resist.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of peanut butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and fully blended.
- Add 1 egg to the peanut butter and sugar mixture. Incorporate the egg thoroughly until the dough is creamy and uniform.
- Mix in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Sprinkle in 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda and mix until fully combined. This will help the cookies rise slightly while baking.
- Using a spoon or a cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- For a decorative touch, you can use a fork to gently press down on each cookie, creating a crisscross pattern on top.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may appear soft, but they will firm up as they cool.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious flourless gluten-free peanut butter cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients for the smoothest dough consistency.
- Choose a high-quality, creamy peanut butter for the best flavor and texture.
- Don't overmix the dough - just combine ingredients until they're just incorporated.
- For uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to measure each portion.
- Allow cookies to cool completely on the wire rack to achieve the perfect texture.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.
- For extra richness, consider using dark brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.
- If the dough seems too sticky, refrigerate for 15-20 minutes before shaping.
- Experiment with adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top for a gourmet touch.
- These cookies freeze beautifully - store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 96kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
