Easy Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies

As we near the end of the Lenten season, we still have a surplus of peanut butter in our pantry. To put it to good use, I decided to whip up some delicious vegan peanut butter cookies. While cookies are typically a breeze to bake, adapting a recipe to be vegan requires a bit of tweaking. However, these cookies come together seamlessly with just a few simple adjustments. Although they’re not the typical 3-ingredient variety, they still require just a few essential ingredients.

Making the vegan peanut butter cookies

1. Peanut Butter: This star ingredient provides the rich, nutty flavor that defines peanut butter cookies. Look for creamy peanut butter that contains only peanuts (and maybe a little salt). Make sure it’s smooth and well-mixed before adding it to the recipe. Some regions have a problem with manufacturers sweetening peanut butter during manufacturing. If you have a similar challenge, adjust the sugar measurement of the recipe to accommodate the sweetness already found in the peanut butter.
2. Sugar: Granulated sugar provides sweetness and helps to create a crisp exterior on the cookies. For a slightly different flavor, you can substitute white granulated sugar with coconut sugar.
3. Flour: All-purpose flour serves as the base for the cookie dough, providing structure and helping to bind the ingredients together. It’s essential to give the cookies their texture. You can experiment with different types of flour, such as whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour blends, for variations in texture and flavor.
4. Plant-Based Milk: Almond or other plant-based milk adds moisture to the dough and helps combine the ingredients. It also contributes to the tenderness of the cookies. Make sure to choose an unsweetened variety to control the sweetness of the overall cookie.
5. Vanilla Extract: Vanilla extract enhances the flavor of the cookies, giving them a warm and aromatic taste. It’s a common ingredient in many baked goods and adds depth to the flavor profile of the cookies.
6. Baking Powder: Baking powder is a leavening agent that helps the cookies rise slightly during baking, resulting in a softer texture. It ensures the cookies are not too dense and helps create a light and airy crumb.
7. Salt: Salt is a crucial ingredient in baking as it balances the sweetness and enhances the overall flavor of the cookies. It’s essential for bringing out the richness of the peanut butter and providing a well-rounded taste to the cookies.

These key components work harmoniously to produce vegan peanut butter cookies with an exquisite taste, soft texture, and a delightful sweetness that will satisfy your cravings. Although you can personalize the recipe by adding chocolate chips or nuts, these fundamental ingredients are the basis for the traditional peanut butter cookie.

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Making vegan peanut butter cookies

Please scroll down to the actual recipe for measurements.

Combine peanut butter, sugar, almond milk, and vanilla – mix well and gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.

Mix until dough forms

Roll dough into small dough balls

Place on a tray and flatten with a fork

Bake for 12-15 mintes or until they brown

Vegan peanut butter recipe

Crunchy vegan peanut butter cookies that are ready in less than 30 minutes

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Servings 25 cookies

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup peanut butter
• 3/4 cup sugar (granulated)
• 1/4 cup almond milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp baking powder

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 175°C. Line the baking tray with parchment paper or lightly grease it. Cooking spray can be used, too.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, sugar, almond milk, and vanilla. Mix well until smooth.
• Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl, and then gradually add to the wet ingredients.
• Mix until a dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add some almond milk, one tablespoon at a time until you get the right texture.
• Roll the dough into balls and place them on your tray. Further, flatten with a fork to create a pattern.
• Bake cookies for 12-15 minutes - or until they brown.
• Remove cookies from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before removing them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

• Some peanut butter brands are loaded with sugar. If that is the case, adjust your sugar measurement to your comfort.
• The cookies must turn brown before you remove them from the oven, or else they will remain gooey, even after cooling off.

Keyword lenten, vegan

I enjoy these cookies more when dunked in tea.

If you want to make them more interesting, feel free to sprinkle some dark chocolate chips during step 2.

Have fun!