Sugar-Free PB Cookies
Peanut butter cookies: 3 ingredients, sugar-free, easy baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup natural creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar substitute (like erythritol or monk fruit blend)
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup sugar-free chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil (or unsalted butter)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium to large mixing bowl, combine the natural creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar substitute, and the large egg. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are combined and form a cohesive dough. The dough should be soft but pliable, not sticky. If your peanut butter is very oily, you might need to blot some excess oil or refrigerate for a few minutes.
- Use a small cookie scoop or roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Using a fork, gently press down on each cookie dough ball, creating a classic crisscross pattern. This helps the cookies bake evenly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden, but the centers still look soft. Do not overbake to maintain their chewy texture.
- Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This is essential for them to set properly.
- Once your cookies have completely cooled, prepare the sugar-free chocolate drizzle. In a heatproof bowl, combine the sugar-free chocolate chips with the coconut oil (or unsalted butter). Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth. Alternatively, use a double boiler. Stir in vanilla extract if desired.
- Line a clean baking sheet or a large plate with parchment paper to catch drips. Using a spoon or piping bag, generously drizzle the melted sugar-free chocolate over each cooled peanut butter cookie. Don’t overthink the pattern; messy drizzles look wonderfully rustic.
- Allow the chocolate to set completely at room temperature, or pop them in the refrigerator for about 10-15 minutes to speed up the process.
Notes
These 3-Ingredient Sugar Free Peanut Butter Cookies are a true culinary revelation, proving that you don’t need a pantry full of ingredients or hours of time to create something utterly spectacular. Picture a cookie that’s soft and chewy in the center, with just the right amount of crispness around the edges, delivering that unmistakable, deeply satisfying peanut butter flavor in every bite. They’re naturally gluten-free and kind to your sugar intake, making them the perfect little indulgence for any moment cravings strike.