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Sugar-Free Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe

4.6 from 143 reviews

These delicious sugar-free peanut butter cookies are quick and easy to make, perfect for a guilt-free treat. Using creamy peanut butter and a sugar substitute like erythritol or stevia, they offer a rich, nutty flavor without the added sugar. With just three simple ingredients, these cookies come together fast and bake into golden, chewy delights perfect for any time of day.

Ingredients

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For the Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup sugar substitute (erythritol or stevia)
  • 1 large egg

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking the cookies evenly.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, sugar substitute, and egg. Stir or beat until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated, forming a sticky dough.
  3. Portion Dough: Scoop out portions of the dough using a spoon or cookie scoop and place them onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Space each dough ball about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading during baking.
  4. Flatten Cookies: Using a fork, gently press each dough ball down to create a crisscross pattern on top. This flattens the cookies and gives them their classic peanut butter cookie appearance.
  5. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are set and they turn lightly golden.
  6. Cool: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool for about 5 minutes on the sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them firm up without breaking.

Notes

  • Choose a sugar substitute you enjoy personally to achieve the best flavor. Options like erythritol, stevia, or monk fruit work well.
  • For extra texture and variety, consider mixing in sugar-free chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or seeds.
  • Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • For a nut-free alternative, try using sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.
  • Make sure to use creamy peanut butter for a smoother dough consistency.

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