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Gluten-Free Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies

Delightful, crunchy yet chewy cookies made with creamy peanut butter, perfect for health-conscious eaters and those with dietary restrictions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup peanut butter (natural and unsweetened) Use high-quality peanut butter for best flavor.
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup or agave nectar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup gluten-free rolled oats
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix until well blended.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the gluten-free rolled oats, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the peanut butter mixture, stirring until fully combined.
Baking
  1. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  2. Slightly flatten each dough ball with a fork, creating a criss-cross pattern.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown.
  4. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week or refrigerated for freshness. They can also be frozen for up to three months.